The Unfinished America: A 250-Year Journey of Liberty and Economic Freedom

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Meet at the World War II Kiosk and join a National Park Service volunteer for an immersive 90-minute walking tour exploring the evolution of individual liberty and economic freedom while visiting several National Mall monuments and memorials. From the towering legacy of George Washington to the revolutionary courage of the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence, we will trace America’s fitful yet persistent progress toward a "more perfect union." This journey weaves together iconic sites with personal stories of stowaways, soldiers, and the "Greatest Generation" to honor the sacrifices that built our modern world. As we celebrate this year's historic semiquincentennial, you are invited to connect your own family’s legacy to our shared pursuit of freedom and learn about nationwide celebrations ahead. Discover why the torch lit 250 years ago remains an exceptional beacon of democratic leadership in the world today. Memorials visited include: WWII and Washington Monument, Japanese Lantern, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Korean and Vietnam War Memorials, the Lincoln Memorial, and Signers' Island. Walk is less then 2 miles.