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Washington, D.C. : History & Culture

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  • Unquestionably one of the greatest ever political leaders in any nation, Lincoln (1861–5) overcame inexpressible odds in preserving the Union and beginning the process of freeing slaves.

  • The marble vision dominates Lincoln’s memorial.

  • “The Spirit of Freedom,” a 1996 sculpture by Ed Hamilton, depicts African-American Union soldiers facing their enemies.

  • This 1979 bronze by Robert Berks shows the great thinker in front of the National Academy of Sciences.

  • This museum explores the role that African-Americans have played in the culture of the nation. Temporary exhibitions examine specific events or survey the work of important black artists.

  • This astounding Beaux Arts mansion from 1905 is decorated in the eccentric style of its original resident, Ambassador Larz Anderson. Its 600-ft (180-m) long ballroom is spectacular.

  • The success of Jackson (1829–37) as a leader in the Battle of New Orleans in 1814–15 made him a national hero. His popularity helped him win battles with Congress and with private business interests over issues such as banking and tariffs.

  • This heroic equestrian statue was created by Clark Mills in 1853.

  • Margaret Eaton, wife of President Jackson’s secretary of war, was rumored to have had a scandalous past. Jackson defended her honor and his enemies attacked, threatening his presidency.

  • Elected mayor in 1998, he has streamlined administrative and fiscal operations.

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