The Thomas Jefferson Memorial in Washington, DC is a presidential memorial dedicated to the third president of the United States. It is modeled after the Pantheon in Rome, Italy; perched beside the Tidal Basin in West Potomac Park; surrounded by the famous Cherry Blossoms; and boasts a panoramic view of Washington, DC. The bronze statue of Jefferson which stands proudly in the center of the colonnaded structure is 19-feet tall and looks out towards the White House. The Jefferson Memorial has a museum located in the lower lobby where you will also find a bookstore and restrooms.
Visitor Information:
- Location: East Basin Drive, SW
- Hours: The public may visit the Thomas Jefferson Memorial 24 hours a day. However Rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. daily.
- Telephone: 202-426-6841
- Admission: Free
- Metro Stop: Smithsonian
- Parking: limited; take metro