The Jefferson Memorial was a beautiful representation of what Thomas Jefferson stood for. Exact quotes from him are placed along the inner walls of the building that capture the entire theme of the monument. It has a beautiful Neoclassic architecture, featuring long columns spaced on the outer edges of the building. The statue of Jefferson in the middle stands at an astonishing 19 and a half feet tall and is made of bronze metal.
Almost directly across from the Jefferson Memorial is the Washington Monument, and students took the extra time before dinner to sit together along the water. Everything was rather calming, and it was a great time to take in the beauty of Washington, DC. Day One is quickly coming to an end, but the heat is long staying. The Thomas Jefferson Memorial was a stunning site, inside and out, and was one of the greater highlights of the trips.
- Olivia R.
I am sure by this time everyone was happy to sit and relax.
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