Wilson Memorial Arch

Historical marker location:

1301 Independence Avenue Southwest, Southwest Federal Center, District of Columbia

( Marker is at the intersection of Independence Avenue Southwest and 14th Street Southwest, on the left when traveling west on Independence Avenue Southwest.)

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.