Secret Symbols: Washington, DC Memorial Tour

Discover the obscured, often forgotten meanings behind the architectural flourishes & design elements in these iconic monuments and memorials. I'll share the history behind the subjects & the stories behind the memorials themselves. Our understanding of these individuals changes over time and I love discussing these interpretations! 1. An iconic palace for the 16th President, and three thoughtful memorials for American war veterans. [Abraham Lincoln, Vietnam Veterans, Korean War, and World War II Memorials. Bonus visit: DC World War I Memorial] 2. Three leaders, three eras, three approaches to American democracy. [Martin Luther King Jr, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and Thomas Jefferson. Bonus visit: George Mason] I'll discuss the overall themes of each memorial, how newer memorials interact with those from the early 20th century, in addition to the meaning of often overlooked design elements and nods to history embedded in each memorial. Typically, I host groups sized 10 people or fewer.