The cherry blossom blooms are drawing to a close for another year. But this is your last chance to see (some) of these trees, such as the beloved Stumpy.
The Tidal Basin sea wall is crumbling and needs repairs. To do that, the Park Service must remove over a hundred trees from the area.
The first two Japanese cherry trees were planted here in 1912. It would still be ten years before the building of the Lincoln Memorial and thirty-one years before the Jefferson. The Smithsonian only had five museums. Flying had been possible for less than ten years.
It’s been 112 years since the Park Service put in those first trees, and the Tidal Basin infrastructure needs updating. Some of the trees have to go for that to happen.
So come down this weekend to enjoy the final cherry blossoms, the weather, and the monumental views.
Because it will all look different next year.
Even if you miss the peak bloom, the Cherry Blossom Festival continues through April 14. Check out their website for a full list of events and activities to enjoy.
Interesting in learning more about DC news and museums? Subscribe to our newsletter!
