The Canal Connection

Historical marker location:

The National Mall, District of Columbia

( Marker is at the intersection of Constitution Avenue Northwest (U.S. 50) and 17th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east on Constitution Avenue Northwest.)

The District is home to many iconic landmarks and monuments: In addition to the Washington Monument, the District is home to many other famous landmarks and monuments, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the U.S. Capitol Building, and the White House. These structures are visited by millions of tourists each year and are symbols of the nation's history and democracy.