George Washington Memorial Parkway announces road closures for the 50th Anniversary March on Washington Realize the Dream March & Rally
Arlington VA – On Saturday, August 24, 2013, from 5:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., the National Park Service (NPS), George Washington Memorial Parkway (GWMP) will close Arlington Memorial Bridge to vehicular traffic. Memorial Circle will remain open, unless it is necessary to close for pedestrian safety.
Every effort is being made to minimize traffic delays during this event. Variable message boards will be put in place in advance on Memorial Circle and the ramps from the Parkway to warn drivers of the closure.
Arlington National Cemetery will be accessible from Route 110, Parkway southbound lanes, and public transportation.
The 50th Anniversary March on Washington Realize the Dream March & Rally will require the closure of numerous roads in Washington, D.C. Several ceremonies and services will take place at the Lincoln Memorial starting at 7:30 a.m. followed by a march that will step off around 12:30 p.m. For more information about the rally and march, visit the organizer’s website.
Participants are encouraged to take public transportation and use Metro stations in downtown Washington, D.C. Please visit the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority for more information on planning transportation.