Public History & Spaces
“Open but not yet dedicated”: The Lincoln Memorial Dedication
Details
Presenters
Jennifer Epstein
Bethany Bagent, National Park Service
Date & Time
September 28, 2022 7:30 pm
Category
Public History & Spaces
Tags
Primary Sources
Description
2022 marks 100 years since the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial. While many would expect the opening of this classical memorial to be a celebration, some attendees felt differently. Join National Mall and Memorial Park rangers for a look at this May 30, 1922 event. Through primary sources, explore this complicated historical moment and see how the meaning of the memorial has evolved over these 100 years. Consider how to use these stories with your students.