James A. Garfield Monument, Washington D.C.

Name: James A. Garfield Monument
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#93 among attractions in Washington D.C.

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James A. Garfield Monument, Washington D.C.

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The James A. Garfield Monument stands on the grounds of the United States Capitol in the circle at First Street, S.W. and Maryland Avenue, Washington, D.C. It is a memorial to United States President James A. Garfield, elected in 1880 and assassinated in 1881 after serving only four months of his term, by a disgruntled office-seeker named Charles J. Guiteau. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°53'20"N, 77°0'44"W

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

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James A. Garfield Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: United States Capitol, National Museum of the American Indian, United States Botanic Garden, Statue of Freedom.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to James A. Garfield Monument?

Nearby attractions include Ulysses S Grant Memorial, Washington D.C. (2 min walk), United States Botanic Garden, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), Union Square, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), Peace Monument, Washington D.C. (3 min walk).

How to get to James A. Garfield Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to James A. Garfield Monument:

Train

Rayburn (4 min walk)
U.S. Capitol (5 min walk)

Metro

Federal Center Southwest • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (8 min walk)
Capitol South • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (11 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Washington Union Station • Lines: 2601, 2602, 2668, N2610 (17 min walk)
Washington Deluxe Bus (19 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (23 min walk)
H Street & 8th Street Northeast • Lines: H Street/Benning Road Streetcar (31 min walk)