I’m thrilled that new landmark legislation—the Great American Outdoors Act –will finally provide another round of funding for critical infrastructure repairs and upgrades – so our national parks can continue to be accessible and safe for the public to visit and enjoy. As the founder of the Trust for the National Mall over 13 years ago, I have been advocating for upgrades to the National Mall for 20 years, so this is finally a dream come true.
Read MoreThe Great American Outdoors Act -- the greatest conservationist law in half a century --was signed into law today by the President of the United States. It is a historic, bipartisan conservationist bill that will support local economies, improve outdoor recreational areas, and protect public lands.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall is thrilled to stand with the many partners across the country in celebrating the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act, passed yesterday by the House of Representatives (following the Senate passage in late June).
Read MoreAs we prepare for the Independence Day holiday, I wanted to send my good wishes for a chance to rest, recharge and reflect on what freedom and independence mean to each of us, as individuals, communities and as a nation. This year, in particular, I’m thinking about how to put into practice –personally, professionally, and as a member of my community—our founders’ drive to do better tomorrow than we did yesterday.
Read MoreThe events that have unfolded over the last week have been both heart wrenching and thought-provoking. The senseless loss of lives of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others because of systemic racism and lack of accountability by authorities cannot be washed away as easily as the graffiti that defaced the Lincoln and WWII Memorials last weekend. We will restore these structures but the damage done by racism in every form is much harder to repair.
Read MoreEven though traditional Memorial Day ceremonies and events on the National Mall will not take place this year due to the ongoing safeguards against the coronavirus pandemic, the National Park Service and its partners at the various veterans’ and service memorials will still honor those who gave their lives in defense of the country through virtual and online programming.
Read MoreThis cherished and deeply symbolic place is at a pivotal moment, as subsidence, daily flooding, increasing visitation, and crumbling infrastructure threaten its long-term sustainability.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall is pleased to join with hundreds of groups representing state and regional tourism, local businesses, veterans groups, engineering and planning firms, conservation organizations, and the outdoor recreation industry to call on Congress to pass the Great American Outdoors Act (S. 3422) to invest in critical repair needs of national parks and other public lands.
Read MorePreservation Magazine - Spring 2020
Read MoreThe National Mall means so many things to so many people. We are looking for stories to feature and want to hear what the National mall means to you!
Read MoreA message form Catherine Townsend, President & CEO
Read MorePreservation Magazine - Spring 2020
Read MoreWe want to help you and your family keep your spirits high during this unprecedented time. Over the coming days and weeks we will be compiling a variety of educational and fun ways to stay connected and bring the National Mall to you! Check back regularly and be sure to follow us on social media for updates as we continue to develop more exciting virtual initiatives to enhance your experience with America’s Front Yard.
Read MoreThe Trust for the National Mall, The National Cherry Blossom Festival and the National Park Service are thrilled to announce a new #BloomCam to allow people to virtually monitor DC’s famous budding cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin in real time as they bloom.
Read MoreWith closures, cancellations and uncertainty throughout the Nation's Capital, one thing remains constant this year: Washington, D.C.’s beloved cherry trees will blossom this spring as they have for more than 100 years – a reminder of the coming of spring and the emergence from a long, dark winter.
Read MoreAmericans have a long history of loving – and supporting -- their national parks and open spaces. But today, America needs to be reminded that it takes care and attention—and ongoing investments—to preserve these places for our use and enjoyment.
Read MoreLegendary hotel partners with the Trust for the National Mall and the National Trust for Historic Preservation to support the preservation efforts needed to protect and preserve the Tidal Basin and its historic grounds, one of DC’s most treasured landscapes
Read MoreToday, the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Trust for the National Mall, in partnership with the National Park Service, announced the five world-class landscape architecture firms working to shape the future of the National Mall Tidal Basin.
Read MoreToday, the Trust for the National Mall, in partnership with the National Park Service and TimeLooper, unveiled a new feature in the Lockkeeper’s House. This new exhibit, an augmented reality window, is an immersive re-creation of an 1830’s look through the windows of the historic house.
Read MoreIn celebration of National Public Lands Day 2019, the Trust for the National Mall proudly welcomed 5 corporate teams to America's Front Yard to roll up their sleeves and dig in to several maintenance projects on the Mall.
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