United States Landmarks

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United States Landmarks

Landmarks of America

America’s landmarks stand as proud symbols of its history, innovation, and cultural spirit. These man-made sites tell stories of independence, perseverance, and creativity that shaped the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, welcoming millions of immigrants seeking freedom, to the towering Washington Monument in the nation’s capital, each landmark represents a moment of progress and purpose.

Across the country, visitors can walk the steps of history at the Lincoln Memorial, stand beneath the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, or gaze up at the carved faces of Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. Each site reflects a distinct era in the American journey—honoring leaders, commemorating milestones, and celebrating the nation’s expanding identity.

Landmarks such as Independence Hall in Philadelphia, the Alamo in Texas, and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco showcase the ingenuity and determination that define American character. Whether constructed to honor heroes, connect communities, or symbolize ideals, these enduring structures tell a powerful story of a people united by vision and courage. Together, they form a living museum of democracy and achievement that continues to inspire future generations.

U.S. Landmarks

Interesting Facts
  1. 🗽 The Statue of Liberty’s full name is “Liberty Enlightening the World.”
  2. 🏔️ It took 14 years to carve Mount Rushmore, and each face is about 60 feet tall.
  3. 🏙️ The Empire State Building has its own ZIP code: 10118.
  4. 🌉 The Golden Gate Bridge’s cables contain enough wire to circle the Earth three times.
  5. 🏛️ The Lincoln Memorial contains 36 columns—one for each state in the Union at Lincoln’s death.
  6. ⚙️ Hoover Dam produces enough power for 1.3 million people.
  7. 🌆 The Gateway Arch is the tallest man-made monument in the U.S. at 630 feet.
  8. 🛰️ The Space Needle was built in only 400 days for the 1962 World’s Fair.
  9. 🕰️ Independence Hall’s Liberty Bell originally cracked during its first test ring.
  10. 🏰 Alcatraz once held infamous inmates like Al Capone and “Machine Gun” Kelly.
  11. 🏙️ The Empire State Building was completed during the Great Depression in just 410 days.
  12. 🌉 The Golden Gate Bridge is painted “International Orange” to enhance visibility in fog.
  13. 🏛️ The Lincoln Memorial statue’s hands form the initials “A” and “L” in sign language.
  14. 🌆 The Gateway Arch can sway up to 18 inches in strong winds but is designed to stay stable.
  15. 🗽 The Statue of Liberty’s torch was replaced in 1986 with a new copper flame coated in gold leaf.

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United States Landmarks Interactive Map and Map Activities

The interactive landmarks map on LearnAboutAmerica.com lets students explore important American landmarks by clicking on locations across the country. It also includes an interactive scavenger hunt and a compare and contrast feature built directly into the map.

United States Landmarks Literacy and Comprehension Exercises

This section features a variety of literacy and reading comprehension activities, including engaging passages with question sets, cloze reading exercises, and lessons on text elements and structure. These resources are generally appropriate for students in grades 4–8, and many include adjustable Lexile levels and customizable question sets.
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United States Landmarks Printables and Coloring Activities

This section features fun and educational landforms-themed coloring activities and printables.