Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain, Washington D.C.

Name: Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#135 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain, Washington D.C.

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The Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain is a memorial fountain in President's Park in Washington, D.C., in the United States. Dedicated in October 1913, it commemorates the deaths of Archibald Butt and Francis Davis Millet. Both men died during the sinking of the RMS Titanic on April 15, 1912. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1913 (111 years ago)Coordinates: 38°53'43"N, 77°2'15"W

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Northwest Washington (Washington Mall)Washington D.C. United States

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Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Zero Milestone, The Ellipse, National Sylvan Theater, First Division Monument.

~290 ftE
Memorial, Historical place, Monuments and statues
Zero Milestone, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • The Zero Milestone is a lesser-known but historically significant landmark nestled in the heart of Washington D.C. This small monument, positioned just south of the White House in President's Park, serves as a symbolic reference point for distances in the United States.
~580 ftSE
Park
The Ellipse, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the nation's capital, The Ellipse is a historic park in Washington, D.C., that offers a unique blend of American heritage and serene green space. This iconic park is situated just south of the White House and serves as a multipurpose gathering...
0.5 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
National Sylvan Theater, Washington D.C.
13 min walk • The National Sylvan Theater — often simply the Sylvan Theater — is a public sylvan theater on the grounds of the Washington Monument, National Mall, in Washington, D.C. USA. It is located within the northwest corner of the 15th Street and Independence Avenue intersection, about 450 feet southeast of the Washington Monument.
~470 ftNW
Historical place, Monuments and statues
First Division Monument, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • The First Division Monument is located in President's Park, south of State Place Northwest, between 17th Street Northwest and West Executive Avenue Northwest in Washington, DC, United States. The Monument commemorates those who died while serving in the 1st Infantry Division of the U.S. Army of World War I and subsequent wars.
~330 ftNE
Historic park offering White House tours
President's Park, Washington D.C.
2 min walk • President's Park, located in Downtown Washington, D.C. encompasses the White House and includes the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the Treasury Building, and grounds; the White House Visitor Center; Lafayette Square; and The Ellipse.
~880 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
DAR Museum, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The DAR Museum, run by the Daughters of the American Revolution, is an art and history museum in Washington, D.C. The museum is located in Memorial Continental Hall, just down the street from DAR Constitution Hall, where some of the museum's concerts take place.
~1430 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Art Museum of the Americas, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Art Museum of the Americas, located in Washington, D.C. is the first art museum in the United States primarily devoted to exhibiting works of modern and contemporary art from Latin America and the Caribbean.
0.4 miE
Neo-renaissance architecture, Theater, Concerts and shows
Warner Theatre, Washington D.C.
12 min walk • Warner Theatre is a theatre located at 513 13th Street, N.W. in downtown Washington, D.C. The theatre is part of an office building called the Warner Building located on 1299 Pennsylvania Avenue.
~850 ftN
Tree
White House Christmas tree, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • The White House Christmas Tree, also known as the Blue Room Christmas Tree, is the official indoor Christmas tree at the residence of the president of the United States, the White House.
~780 ftW
Memorial, Specialty museum, Museum
American Red Cross National Headquarters, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The American Red Cross National Headquarters is located at 430 17th Street NW in Washington, D.C. Built between 1915 and 1917, it serves both as a memorial to women who served in the American Civil War and as the headquarters building for the American Red Cross. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1965.
0.4 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
National Theatre, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • The National Theatre is located in Downtown Washington, D.C. and functions as a venue for live stage productions with seating for 1,676. Despite its name, it is not a governmentally funded national theatre, but operated by a private, non-profit organization.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain?

Nearby attractions include White House vegetable garden, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), Zero Milestone, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), President's Park, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), South Lawn, Washington D.C. (2 min walk).

How to get to Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Butt–Millet Memorial Fountain:

Bus

19th St & F St Northwest (9 min walk)
21st St & F St Northwest (13 min walk)

Metro

Farragut West • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (12 min walk)
McPherson Square • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (14 min walk)

Train

L'Enfant (29 min walk)