The Washington National Mall
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Author | : Peter R. Penczer |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2007-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0962984132 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780962984136 |
Rating | : 4/5 (32 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Washington National Mall by : Peter R. Penczer
Book excerpt: The first general history of the National Mall in Washington, America's most important urban park. The Mall is home to the Smithsonian Institution, the largest museum complex in the world, and it is the location of memorials to America's most important heroes. It has become the nation's center stage as well, the venue for the country's largest demonstrations. The Washington National Mall details the history of the National Mall and its institutions, then tells the stories behind each of the monuments and museums.