Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Historic grounds and interpretive exhibits at Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
- Nearby city
- Washington, DC
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About Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial tells the story of one of America's greatest leaders of the 20th century.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter.
- Spring
(March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees
- Summer
(June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees
- Fall
(September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees
- Winter
(December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Operating Hours
Always Open
The sites of National Mall and Memorial Parks (other than the Washington Monument) are always open to the public. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings (check individual sites for hours)
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Rangers and Volunteers on Duty
NPS Interpretive Rangers and Volunteers on Duty at the Memorial
- Monday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:30AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:30AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
