Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
DC

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

Hours

Open 24 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial at a glance

Best time
March–May, October–November
Trip length
Half day–2 days
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Travel Through Time at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Nearby city
Washington, DC

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About Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

These words by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt ushered the United States into World War II and defined what it is to be an American. Stop by this secluded memorial and begin to understand the Roosevelt legacy.

No current NPS alerts

The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.

Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Franklin Delano Roosevelt 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

There are no Rangers on duty at this site (except for special events). The United States Park Police are on duty 24 hours a day.

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Common questions

Planning Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.

Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.