Are guns allowed on the National Mall?


Are guns allowed on the National Mall? Those federal facilities are marked with signs at public entrances. Thus firearms are prohibited in the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Survey Lodge, National Mall and Memorial Parks Headquarters and Maintenance Facilities.


Can you conceal carry in the National Mall?

Some areas are off-limits even with a D.C. CCPL, including schools, public memorials on the National Mall and along the Tidal Basin and the area around the White House. In terms of reciprocity, Washington D.C. does not honor CCW licenses from any other state.


Can you park at the National Mall at night?

On weekends and holidays, it is hard to find a spot in this area unless you arrive early (before 11:00 AM). Parking on the National Mall is only available until 1:00 AM. After 1:00 AM, they will tow your car. So, you cannot leave your car here overnight.


Can I walk the National Mall at night?

The public may visit the sites of National Mall and Memorial Parks 24 hours a day, with the exception of the Washington Monument which is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rangers are on duty at the sites to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. in November - February.