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Lafayette Square Park
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Northwest Washington, Washington
"Best bring some headphones depending on who's protesting."(5 Tips)
"Bring food for the friendly ducks and squirrels!"(5 Tips)
"bronze statue of Brigadier General Thaddeus Kosciuszko."(2 Tips)
"Great view of the White House!"(4 Tips)
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Steven MillerOctober 20, 2012Tragedy Square; Our capital is rich in history and monumental achievements behind its gates and within its corridors, a darker past is hidden. Conspiracies, crimes of passion, duels and assassinations
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Slightly PerfectAugust 17, 2017Beautiful statues and sculptures with historical context provided. People were walking around or laying down on their breaks. It was a nice, social area to walk through.- IWalked Audio ToursJune 7, 2013On NE corner is bronze statue of Brigadier General Thaddeus Kosciuszko. 10' bronze monument cast 1908-1910. Sculptor Antoni Popiel was actually placed 2nd in competition. Full statue history via<LINK> Read more
- IWalked Audio ToursJune 7, 20137-acre park also referred to as “President’s Park.” This land was originally farmland and belonged to a family named Pierce that originated from Charles County, Maryland. Full park history via<LINK> Read more
On the corners there are 4 important foreign figures that had great impact during the American Revolution. Sculpture of the 7th President of the US Andrew Jackson is placed in the center.- IWalked Audio ToursJune 7, 2013On NW corner of Square is a statue of Major General Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben. He authored book titled the Revolutionary War Drill Manual used by all soldiers in war. Full statue history via<LINK> Read more
An amazingly historical piece of land with great view of the WH front door.
Kimmie OhhMay 2, 2022You will often see / hear rallies or protests going on right by the White House. Plenty of secret service & police in the area.
Lucie MelahnNovember 7, 2011Yes, the protestors in the park really are there every day of the year. Plus, on any given day, you will see a random protest. Don't take pictures of the police on bikes, they don't like it.
Check out the statues located at the 4 corners honoring European born heroes of the American Revolution: Marquis de Lafayette, Comte de Rochambeau, Tadeusz Kościuszko, and the Baron von Steuben. Read more
Washington BladeAugust 11, 2011The DC Slutwalk Saturday 11am ending at National Sylvan Theater. Slutwalk is a demonstration of “frustration and anger” protesting the blaming of victims of sexual violence based on what they wear
Great spot for your lunch break - bring some extra bread to feed the ducks in the fountain.- Steven MillerOctober 20, 2012Lafayette Square Park is known as the most haunted site in Washington, DC. Take a two hour walking ghost tour and learn about the spirits of the Capital
JH H-DMay 12, 2016Sorry guys, no congressmen or other political leaders will be speaking to each other in hushed voices here. TV and movies have lied 😉
Larry LeonardAugust 14, 2018Bathrooms are available on the H Street side of the park (across from the VA)
DC Preservation LeagueMarch 9, 2011The park was redesigned by Andrew Jackson Downing in 1851-52. The statue of Andrew Jackson was erected in the center of the park in 1853, but Jackson’s design was not completed until 1872.
The squirrels here are super friendly and almost tame. Clucking at them will bring 'em over to say hello (and inspect you for food).
Jared CampbellJuly 15, 2015Hang out regularly and you're bound to see the Secret Service tackle someone. #GoodTimes
Courtney SpuzaJuly 23, 2012The squirrels in Lafayette Square Park are insane. Watch out, they will stalk you.
Dcghosttours.com look it up and prepare for a night of historically accurate spooky stories
Don't hang around here too long, or a tourist will ask you to take their picture
Prince MelJanuary 19, 2013Bus suck and cabs r a bitch if u not white....not being racist just telling the truth
de Dios EditoresOctober 19, 2011“Todos los hombres del presidente”: Aquí, Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman) se encuentra con un contacto de la compañía de teléfono para conseguir el listado de llamadas de la Casa Blanca.
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"Statue of Jackson astride horse, Sam Patch, saluting soldiers at Battle of New Orleans (1st major battle of War of 1812). Statue required 15 tons of bronze for construction. More site info via<LINK>."
IWalked Audio Tours - 7.6
"Nice during the day or sunset"
John McCombs - 6.6
"Great statue on the corner of Connecticut and H at Lafayette Park. Apparently erected in 1910 by Congress to this Prussian dude who helped us win independence from the Brits."
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"Great place to hang out for lunch during summer. They've really made it fun with Wi-Fi, seating and even free CPR demos. Oh, and the food trucks. 😀 Far East has the best tacos I've eaten."
Pam King - 9.0
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Jared Campbell - 6.5
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