Above the colonnade, the names of the 36 states would be inscribed on the frieze, and the chamber would contain a statue of Lincoln. The memorial took 8 years to complete, from 1914-1922.

Discover the Lincoln Memorial's history, design, & significant role in American identity. Explore its power as a symbol of unity, freedom, & civil rights.

The Lincoln Memorial’s new undercroft visitor center, scheduled to be completed by July 2026, ... Frieze L.A. Recap. By Sonia Manalili & Margaret Carrigan, Feb 23, 2025 ...