Washington
Public Access Closure around USPP Facilities & National Capital Parks - East Headquarters
Public access to areas around USPP Facilities and National Capital Parks - East HQ will be restricted from 5:00 pm Aug. 12 to 11:59 pm Sept. 30, 2025. Access through Aviation Drive SE entrances and the metro access gate into Anacostia Park will be closed.
National Capital Parks - East Permit Office Temporarily Relocated to Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion
The National Capital Parks - East permit office has been temporarily relocated to the Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion due to the nearby closure. Permit services will be available during normal business hours.
Restroom Closures at Anacostia Park
Restrooms near the Pirate Ship Playground and Aquatic Resources Education Center will be closed April 15–November 15, 2025, and remain closed afterward per the Superintendent’s Compendium schedule.
P Street Northwest Ramp to Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway is closed
The P Street Northwest Ramp to Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway is closed until further notice due to sinkholes on the ramp that may compromise the roadway. Drivers should seek alternate routes.
Part of Fort Totten Park remains closed for public safety
Out of an abundance of caution, Fort Totten Park will remain closed east of Fort Totten Drive, south of Gallatin Street/Metropolitan Branch Trail and north of Brookland Ave NE/Farragut St. due to the investigation involving two WWI-era munitions found.
Glover Archbold Trail detour
For visitor safety, the southern end of the Glover Archbold Trail is under an emergency closure until further notice due to aerial hazards. Please follow the posted detour along Foxhall Rd. / 44th St. NW / P St. NW.
Picnic grove restrooms
The restrooms at the picnic groves throughout the park are currently closed. Portable comfort stations with handwashing stations are in place until they reopen.
Restrooms at Thompson Boat Center
The indoor restrooms of Thompson Boat Center continue to be closed due to repairs needed to a sewage line. Temporary restrooms with hand sanitizer remain available near the building and will be in place until the indoor restrooms reopen.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial closed on Saturday, June 14
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial will be closed on Saturday, June 14 due to the U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Lincoln Park Central Turf Panel Closed
The central turf panel at Lincoln Park will be closed from April 21 until July 7 for restoration.
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality NM closed until January 25
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument will be closed from Friday, January 17 through Friday, January 24, 2025, due to preparations for the 60th Presidential Inauguration. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will reopen on Saturday, January 25
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality NM exterior lift
The exterior lift from Second Street to the entrance level is not fully functional. We apologize for the inconvenience. Contact us at bepa_info@nps.gov for more information.
Capitol Hill Increased Security
Due to increased security measures in the Capitol Hill area which make the site inaccessible, Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument will be closed January 3-5, 2025.
Constitution Gardens closed on Saturday, June 14
Constitution Gardens and the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Memorial will be closed on Saturday, June 14 due to the U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:40AM EST until January 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds around 10 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. * WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 6 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:40AM EST until January 20 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds around 10 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. * WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 6 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Washington Monument and Old Post Office Tower closed one day each month for maintenance
Closures for 2025: Mon, Jan. 6, Thu., Jan. 9; Mon., Jan. 20; Thu., March 13; Wed., Apr. 16; Wed., May 14; Wed., June 4; Mon., July 14; Mon., Aug. 4; Mon., Sept. 15., Oct 8., Nov 6., and Dec 11. The monument is also closed on July 4 and Dec. 25.
National Mall closures on Saturday, June 14
Many of the monuments and memorials on the National Mall will be closed on Saturday, June 14 in support of the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary celebration. Click on the link below for the full list of what is closed (and what's open):
Washington Monument closing at 11:30 a.m. on June 26
The Washington Monument will close at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 26 due to extreme heat in the DC area. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Washington Monument closing at noon on July 31
The Washington Monument will close at 12 p.m. on Thursday, July 31 due to extreme heat in the DC area. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial closed on Saturday, June 14
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial will be closed on Saturday, June 14 due to the U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Park Closed Due to Weather Conditions
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm will be closed today, February 12 due to weather conditions.
Korean War Veterans Memorial closed on Saturday, June 14
The Korean War Veterans Memorial will be closed on Saturday, June 14 due to the U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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