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Arlington House / The Robert E. Lee MemorialTheme(s): Civil War | African American | |
Description:
Today, the house that Robert E. Lee lived in for 30 years and that is uniquely associated with the families of Washington, Custis and Lee is a memorial to Lee, who gained the respect of Northerners and Southerners through his service in the Civil War. Authorized March 4, 1925 as Custis-Lee Mansion; transferred from War
Dept. Aug. 10, 1933; made a permanent memorial June 29, 1955; name changed June 30, 1972.
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Arlington House / The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Plane:
The closest airport is Washington National.
Car:
The Memorial is accessible by shuttle bus or by a 10-minute walk from the Arlington National Cemetery Visitor Center/parking area. Access from Washington is via the Memorial Bridge. Access from Virginia is from the George Washington Memorial Parkway. system.
Public Transportation
The Memorial is also accessible by the Blue Line of the Metro subway
Attractions:
Arlington National Cemetary
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