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The Washington Monument has both stairs and an elevator. Visitors can take the elevator to the observation deck, but there are also 897 steps that lead to the top, which are typically not open to the public. The elevator provides accessibility for most visitors, while the stairs are reserved for maintenance and special tours.
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Was there always an elevator in the Washington Monument?
Yes. The only way to get to the observation deck is by elevator. The stairs closed after September 11, 2001 and have not reopened. There are two floors once you get to the top. The observation floor and a exhibit floor. The stairs between the two are the only ones you can climb at this point. Sadly the Washington Monument is closed due to an earthquake that occurred on August 23, 2011.
How many stairs are there at the Washington monument?
1237190328745 i think
What was the fastest known ascent time via stairs of the Washington Monument?
The fastest known ascent time of the Washington Monument via stairs was 6.7 minutes. It was achieved in 2005.
When did they close the stairs to the top of the Washington Monument?
The stairs were permenantly closed in 1976 to prevent further damage to the commemorative stones.Number of commemorative stones in stairwell: 193[17]Present elevator installed: 1998Present elevator cab installed: 2001Elevator travel time: 70 secondsNumber of steps in stairwell: 897Fastest known ascent time via stairs: 6.7 minutes (in 2005)
How long does it take the 40-person capacity elevator to ascend to the top of the Washington Monument?
It takes 70 seconds for the elevator to ascend 500 feet (152 meters) from the lobby to the observation level of the Washington Monument. That equals 1 minute 10 seconds.
How long does it take to get to the top of the Washington Monument?
Just a few minutes. The original elevator that had been used to raise building materials was altered so that it could carry passengers. The original elevator was a steam elevator and took 20 minutes to go to the top.
Does it have an elevator in the Statue of Liberty?
there is no elevator in the statue of liberty
Why did the Washington Monument go through a major restoration?
While cleaning and pointing was important, the new elevator system was essential to improve the traffic flow through the Monument.
What monument in Washington DC is the tallest?
Washington monument
Why did they give the name Washington Monument to the monument?
Because it is a monument to George Washington.
Is there a Washington monument in the state of Washington?
The Washington Monument is in Washington D.C.
What Washington monument was made for George Washington?
The Washington Monument.
