People/Organizations
Who is the Washington Monument dedicated to? Why them.
The Washington Monument was dedicated to George Washington who led the country on both the political and military spectrum, creating the young nation.
When did construction on the Washington Monument finish?
December 6, 1884.
What is the tip of the Washington Monument made out of?
The tip of the Monument is made out of aluminum.
Why was the Washington National Monument Society important in building the monument?
They collected funds and designs and were the ones who originally planned to establish a monument for George Washington.
When did the WNMS decide to start to get ready to build the monument?
1833.
Copies of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, a map of the city of Washington, images of George Washington and his mother, a Bible, a book of powerful poems, and a collection of American coins.
Who is created the design for the Washington Monument?
Robert Mills
When did the WNMS go bankrupt?
1854.
Why does the color of the Monument change at the 152 foot mark?
The supplier of the marble was different because of the brief shutdown of the WNMS, thus leading to a different color of marble.
What group/party took over the WNMS and what were the effects of this?
The Know-Nothing Party gained control and alienated donors, causing funding and the project development to halt.
When did construction being on the Washington Monument?
July 4, 1848.
How tall is the Washington Monument?
555 feet.
Who placed the aluminum tip on the top of the Washington Monument?
Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Lincoln Casey.
When was the Washington Monument dedicated and what was so special about that day?
February 21, 1885, a day before Washington's birthday.
How many steps does the Washington Monument have?
896 steps.