As part of security upgrades to the Washington Monument, the grounds will close until early next year, the Post reports.
The multi-phased project to erect concentric rings of low concrete walls around the monument began last summer. The upcoming phase of construction aims to replace the monument plaza and regrade the grounds west of the obelisk.
And if you’re one to ride the Tourmobile around town, the Washington Monument stop has been moved to Madison Drive.
DCist says as an alternative, go to the tower of the Old Post Office Pavilion at Pennsylvania Avenue and 12th Street. It’s free and the view is almost as good.
