It's Ready for Its Close-Up Now; Big Crowds Are Expected For Monument's Reopening

From: The Washington Post | Date: July 30, 2000| Author: | Copyright information

The Washington Monument will reopen to the public tomorrow, restored by a $10 million renovation that has meticulously patched the marble exterior and updated the mechanical systems of the 115- year-old icon.

No ceremony is planned for the opening, but the National Park Service is expecting a large turnout as Washington's signature memorial to the first president again welcomes visitors.

"We are turning the monument back over to the American people," said Vikki Keyes, a deputy superintendent who has overseen the three- year restoration project. "It's their monument. We are reopening it to ...

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