Constitution Gardens

If you ever find yourself in Washington D.C. learning more about our nation's history, then you should definitely make a stop at the Constitution Gardens. Dedicated in 1976 as a "living legacy American Revolution Bicentennial tribute," the Constitution Gardens park has become a place of serenity where you can escape the busy city life of D.C. It has an artificial lake with an island in the middle with stones bearing the names of all the signers of the Declaration of Independence. There is a variety of flora and fauna; you can find many different plants and trees, in addition to ducks and geese, which you can feed anytime. In 1986, Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation making the Constitutions Gardens a living legacy to the Constitution.

Hours and location

The park is open everyday from dawn to dusk, and admission is free. Although it does not have an official address, it is conveniently located on the west end of the National Mall right next to the Washington Monument.

Events

Constitution Gardens is a park that is generally used for peaceful strolls in a scenic setting or for feeding the ducks and geese. The main event that takes place at the park is a fireworks show on the 4th of July every year.

Although the Constitution Gardens park does not offer campsites or lakes in which to swim, it represents an important piece of American history and stands as a living monument to the words that made this country possible. It is a great place of historical importance to visit.