Modeled after the Pantheon of Rome, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial is a beautiful pillared structure in the neoclassical design popular during the Age of Enlightenment. It pays tribute to Jefferson's own love for beautiful design and for the pivotal role he played in the architecture of our nation. An imposing statue of the famous founding father rests inside the domed structure. It's officially one of the memorials designed for the National Mall, a must-see for Washington D.C. student tours.
The pose represents Jefferson's philosophical role in the Age of Enlightenment. Thomas Jefferson's own words are inscribed throughout the memorial from various letters as well as from the Declaration of Independence, which he penned. His words within this beautiful Grecian temple are the perfect memorial to a man with such high ideals. Jefferson's governing philosophies directly stemmed from his thoughtful understanding of humanity and what we are all capable of. His memorial inspires us to continue to reach for them.
