The Washington National Mall

About this book

"The Washington National Mall" is the first general history of Americas greatest urban park. Learn the fascinating stories behind the monuments and museums from the best known to the most obscure. The Capitol the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial are all here as are forgotten landmarks such as the Fish Commission the Redwood Tree House and Braddocks Rock. This amply illustrated volume has more than 100 archival photographs many never before published as well as recent color photographs of the monuments and museums. A detailed two-page map of the Mall and the surrounding area serve as a handy reference guide for visitors.