The George Washington Masonic National Memorial

I've been wanting to visit for years but was a little underwhelmed. There are a couple of sections to see if you don't get a guided tour. If you do the guided tour, you get to see a handful of rooms and exhibits not available on the self guided tour but you only get 15 minutes or less in each room. I'm the type of museum goer who likes to read just about everything so that didn't work for me. The view from the 8th floor though is amazing!!!

Always love walking around The George Washington Masonic National Memorial in the morning. The morning sun provided a great shadow on the face of George Washington. The ground and walkways are great to walk up and down and from the top overlooks downtown Alexandria.

Excellent tour, very informative. The displays are well presented, and show the appendant bodies of masonry, with clothing, history and memorabilia. Each floor has a different display and history. Very interesting highly recommend!

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Even if you can't make it inside, a visit to the grounds of The George Washington Masonic National MemorialClick to open side panel for more information is well worth the trip! I arrived before 9:00 AM while the building was still closed, but I spent some time walking through the surrounding park area. The experience was wonderful despite the doors being locked. The memorial sits on a hill, offering an amazing, elevated view overlooking the city of Alexandria. It’s a very peaceful spot for a morning stroll. Highlights of the visit: Stunning Architecture: The neoclassical design of the memorial is incredibly impressive to see up close from the outside. Panoramic Views: One of the best vantage points in the area to see the layout of Alexandria. Beautiful Park: The green space around the memorial is well-maintained and perfect for a quiet walk. I haven't had the chance to see the museum or the observation deck yet, but the exterior and the park alone make it a 5-star stop. I'll definitely be back during opening hours to see the interior!

Lived in the area decades and never visited. Boy was I wrong. A beautiful tribute to George Washington. All are welcome, I am not a member but the tour was informative and interesting. Such rice history. The view from the top floor is spectacular. I highly recommend a visit. Don't wait as long as I did.