WASHINGTON, DC, United States — The National Archives Building stands prominently on Constitution Avenue in Washington, DC. The neoclassical structure, opened in 1935, features a grand façade with Corinthian columns and sculptures. This Constitution Avenue side of the building houses the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom, where the United States Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights are displayed.
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David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy Stock PhotoImage ID:
FYNJE9File size:
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3786 x 5679 px | 32.1 x 48.1 cm | 12.6 x 18.9 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
13 January 2015Location:
Federal Triangle, Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesMore information:
Photograph by David Coleman. The National Archives Building in Washington, DC, is a monumental structure that serves as the repository for the nation's most important historical documents. Opened in 1935, this neoclassical building was designed by architect John Russell Pope and occupies a prominent location between Constitution Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue in Northwest Washington. The Constitution Avenue façade, featured in this image, is particularly impressive. It showcases a colonnade of 72-foot high Corinthian columns, creating a grand and imposing entrance. Above the columns, the pediment features sculptures by Robert Aitken, depicting allegorical figures and inscriptions related to the building's purpose. This side of the building houses the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom, where visitors can view the original copies of the United States Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights. These founding documents are displayed in specially designed cases to ensure their preservation. The National Archives Building not only serves as a tourist attraction but also functions as a vital research facility and educational institution. It is the headquarters of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), which is responsible for preserving and providing access to the nation's historical records. Its strategic location near the National Mall and within the Federal Triangle complex underscores its importance in the landscape of American government and history. The building continues to play a crucial role in maintaining public access to historical documents and fostering an understanding of American democracy and its founding principles.