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Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
World-renowned architect Frank Gehry's design is a combination of grand architectural elements, sculpture and green space, which highlights Eisenhower from his humble childhood in America's heartland, to his decisive role as Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force in World War II and his two terms as President.
The Memorial features three bronze sculptures of Eisenhower by sculptor Sergey Eylanbekov, stone bas relief images and inscription panels with words from notable Eisenhower addresses.
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Framing the entire park and Memorial is a first-of-its-kind stainless steel woven tapestry by artist Tomas Osinski, which depicts the cliffs at Pointe du Hoc on the Normandy coastline in peacetime.
NOW take our advice on this…
While artistic and unique during the day, go at night when the lights are on. It is absolutely majestic!
Located in Arlington National Cemetery, across the Potomac River.
Hours: 8am-5pm
Metro Station: Arlington National Cemetery
Free admission. Tram Tours Available.