Celebrating Constitution Day with the Launch of the National Mall Gateway
the Launch of the National Mall Gateway IN HONOR OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION
As America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 quickly approaches, the Trust for the National Mall launched its new digital learning platform, the National Mall Gateway, bringing this treasured American space and its monuments and memorials to life like never before — for America’s 250th and generations to come.
Catherine 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. This one-of-a-kind digital and onsite learning platform is designed to connect students, educators, and the public to the history and the guiding principles represented by the National Mall, its landmarks, and the historic events that have shaped the United States.
The National Mall Gateway transforms America's most iconic public space into its greatest living history and civics classroom. Developed by the Trust for the National Mall in partnership with the National Park Service and with support from visionary funders, led by HP, Inc., the National Mall Gateway is an enduring legacy project inspired by America’s historic 250th anniversary in 2026.
The National Mall Gateway transforms America's most iconic public space into a dynamic living history and civics classroom for this and future generations. - Catherine Townsend
A dynamic and interactive tool, this digital platform enables in-person and virtual exploration of the people, places, and principles that tell the story of American history.
Catherine Townsend with Trust for the National Mall Vice President of Programs and National Mall Gateway Team Lead Jeremy Goldstein
The National Mall Gateway offers a rich array of assets, including:
● Interactive Map & 360° Tours: Experience monuments and memorials with multimedia content that lets you almost reach out and touch them, and reveals the stories behind the stone, from anywhere in the world.
● Educator Resources: Access free content, classroom toolkits, and virtual field trips designed to bring civic learning into every school. Curated content from trusted partners like the National Park Service and the Library of Congress.
● Immersive Storytelling: Explore timelines and milestones that have shaped American democracy through robust storytelling, including “Mall Moments” highlighting iconic historical events and people.
● Curated Itineraries: Build personalized learning journeys for students, families, and visitors, whether exploring from home or walking the Mall. Six pre-designed walking tours are included and more will be added in the months ahead.