We’re moving the Lockkeeper’s House
December 1, 2016 marked the groundbreaking of the relocation and restoration of the Lockkeeper’s House, the oldest structure on the National Mall. For more than 180 years, the house has witnessed the history, development and commerce of our nation’s capital. Located just inches from heavy traffic at the corner of Constitution Avenue and 17th Street NW, the house will be lifted and moved approximately 50 feet from the road and outfitted with an educational exhibit space welcoming visitors to Constitution Gardens and the National Mall.
In its new location, the Lockkeeper’s House will serve as a ceremonial entrance to the National Mall, with a visitor information plaza and a digital exhibition space with educational programming to enhance the visitor experience. The digital content within the house will help explain the rich history of the National Mall and efforts to protect and preserve the Constitution Gardens. In addition, Hensel Phelps will construct a new stone wall and landscape improvements.
Click the timeline to view Matterport!
To help Preserve and Restore the National Mall click on the following link: Give to the Trust for the National Mall
