On February 20th, the Trust for the National Mall was proud to join the National Park Service, local students, and partners to honor George Washington's 295th birthday with a special ceremony at the historic Sylvan Theater near the Washington Monument.
Read MoreOn February 12, the Trust was honored to join its National Park Service partners and the Lincoln Birthday National Commemorative Committee for a public ceremony.
Read MoreSince 2005, District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) Peabody & Watkins Elementary 5th graders have taken part in an annual tradition visiting the Lincoln Memorial to recite Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
Read MoreThe U.S. Park Police Mounted Unit marked the retirement of beloved U.S. Park Police Horse "Tedi" on January 21 on America’s Front Yard. Tedi joined the Mounted Unit in 2010 and was the longest-serving horse in the history of the unit.
Read MorePlease enjoy this gallery of photographs taken on the National Mall during the 2026 Illumination of America fireworks show, which kicked off our Semiquincentennial year, the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
Read MoreThe Trust was thrilled to host German Ambassador to the U.S. Jens Hanefeld and Anna Schneider, SVP, Industry-Government Relations at Volkswagen Group of America for a tour of the restored gardens on the National Mall.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall officially unveiled the National Mall Gateway—a new digital platform that brings the stories, symbols, and civic lessons of America's Front Yard directly into classrooms—at the 105th National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) Annual Conference, which was held December 4-6 in Washington, D.C.
Read MoreAs we reflect over the Thanksgiving weekend, and head toward America’s 250th anniversary year, we’re reminded of the courage and sacrifice that helped build our nation. This fall, we're pausing to reflect and share gratitude for the 56 brave signers of our nation’s founding charter.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall is proud to showcase the stunning photography of visitors to the National Mall who come year-round to capture the greenery, foliage, architecture and activities of America’s Front Yard.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall was honored to bring its work to honor America’s 250th on the National Mall north for a Monumental Evening in Boston on November 12.
Read MoreThe Trust’s for the National Mall’s 2025 Donor Appreciation Week celebrated our incredible donors, volunteers, and partners who help to preserve the legacy and beauty of the National Mall.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall was honored to join FOX 5 DC TV for a series of LIVE spotlights on our work and mission with the National Park Service inspired by America’s upcoming 250th Anniversary.
Read MoreThe National Mall is the iconic American space that remembers and honors our nation's history and the legacy of military service 365 days a year. But Veterans Day always provides a special opportunity for all to pause for reflection and remembrance and honor U.S. Military servicemembers and veterans.
Read MoreThe Trust was honored to be included in Washington Business Journal’s Power 100 Regional Leaders and Conveners of 2025, recognizing President and CEO Catherine Townsend as one of the most influential business leaders in the Washington, D.C. region.
Read More"We wanted to bring the Mall to people in a way that it's never been seen before."
Read MoreAs the countdown to America’s 250th anniversary advances, the Trust for the National Mall and National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) announce that DAR is making a transformative $2 million gift to the nation as the foundational Legacy Leader of the Trust’s Cherry Tree Endowment.
Read MoreThe federal government shutdown is affecting the National Park Service’s ability to welcome visitors and maintain select facilities on the National Mall. As the nonprofit, nonpartisan partner of the National Park Service, the Trust for the National Mall will continue raising private funds to restore, preserve, and enrich the visitor experience—and to help ensure continuity for the National Mall as needed.
Read MoreYear Three of National Mall of Pickleball, presented by the Trust for the National Mall and Humana brought players and spectators to America’s Front Yard, bringing "moves that serve" —in every sense of the word—serving up community, good health, connection and fun.
Read MoreCatherine Townsend, President and CEO of the Trust for the National Mall joined the Civics, Citizenship, and the Constitution Summit, co-hosted by More Perfect and iCivics at American University to announce the official launch of the National Mall Gateway.
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