“2:29 AM – 10th December” Photo by aravkharkwal
From the National Park Service effective today:
“Temporary Closure Beginning December 18, 2020
Consistent with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance and in coordination with the NPS Office of Public Health, the Washington Monument is temporarily closed due to a reduction in its workforce resulting from a potential COVID-19 exposure. NPS is working to staff the Washington Monument at the appropriate levels to maintain the safety of its operations for visitors and employees.”