Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
National Park · Virginia
NPS
Historic estate in Virginia, US
Arlington House is the historic Custis family mansion built by George Washington Parke Custis from 1803 to 1818 as a memorial to George Washington. Currently maintained by the National Park Service, it is located in the U.S. Army's Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia. Arlington House is a Greek Revival style mansion designed by the English architect George Hadfield. The Custis grave sites, garden and slave quarters are also preserved on the former Arlington estate.
About Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Arlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E. Lee. It honors him for specific reasons, including his role in promoting peace and reunion after the Civil War. In a larger sense it exists as a place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American history: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.
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Operating Hours
Arlington House
Arlington House and grounds, the museum, and the Enslaved People's Quarters-North and the Enslaved People's Quarters-South are open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Last entry into the plantation house is 4:00 p.m. The bookstore is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but closes daily for a half hour lunch. Closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial?
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial?
Popular activities at Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial include: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Museum Exhibits.
What is the weather like at Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial?
Summers at Arlington House are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters at Arlington are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Please be alert for snowplows and icy spots on roadways. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.
How do I get to Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial?
Public Transportation: The Memorial is accessible by the Blue Line of the Metro subway system. The Arlington Cemetery subway station is near the Visitor Center for the cemetery. Car: Arlington House is located inside Arlington National Cemetery. If you plan to come in a vehicle, the nearest parking is in the Arlington National Cemetery parking garage. From the entrance and Welcome Center at Arlington National Cemetery, one can walk up the hill to Arlington House (approximately 15 minutes-steep)
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Summers at Arlington House are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters at Arlington are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Please be alert for snowplows and icy spots on roadways. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.
Directions
Public Transportation: The Memorial is accessible by the Blue Line of the Metro subway system. The Arlington Cemetery subway station is near the Visitor Center for the cemetery. Car: Arlington House is located inside Arlington National Cemetery. If you plan to come in a vehicle, the nearest parking is in the Arlington National Cemetery parking garage. From the entrance and Welcome Center at Arlington National Cemetery, one can walk up the hill to Arlington House (approximately 15 minutes-steep)
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