Revolution March Washington D.C. July 12 2008
Official Plan
Assembly Location: North Lawn, Washington Monument
Time: 9:30 AM
Mission: March down Constitution Avenue!
We have permits secured to begin the march on the North lawn of the Washington monument. THIS IS THE OFFICIAL GATHERING LOCATION FOR THE REVOLUTION MARCH!
Schedule
- 9:30 AM. Assemble on the North Lawn of the Washington Monument
- 10:30 AM Begin march down Constitution Avenue. Rally beings at 11:00 AM.
This map shows you our official route.
Map shows closest Metro locations.
March distance: approx 1 mile.
Sights: Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, White House, Department. Of Commerce, Internal Revenue Service, Department. Of Justice, Capitol Building (South side). Also nearbye: Viet Nam Veterans Memorial, Constitution Gardens. Come early and participate in some warm up chants and a reading of the Declaration Of Independance!
Recommended Route.
This is our recommended route. It includes a self-guided tour to the assembly location (the red line). The recommended route takes you on a full loop of the Capitol Mall and it's many important points of interest. The recommended route gives you about 2.5 miles of walking altogether. It's great for you younger, more athletic types who really want a full day of activity.
Map shows nearbye Metro stations.
Recommended route schedule
- Approximately 8:45 AM Arrive by rail, Metro or car to Union Station. Walk South past the front of the Capitol building on 1st St. SE. Make a right on Independance and walk West. Distance: approx. 1.25 miles. It will take you about 20-25 minutes to walk this distance.
- 9:15 AM Gather at the official assembly location on the North lawn of the Washington Monument.
- 9:30 AM Official march down Constitution Avenue to our rally location.
Sights: Capitol building, Department of Health and Human Services, Voice of America, Department of Education, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Engraving and Printing. You also get more panoramic views of the Lincoln memorial and the White House.
Don't want to march?
If you cannot or don't feel like walking, head directly to the rally location at 11:00 AM.
What to bring.
Find out what to bring and what not to bring to the march here. It's going to be a full day of excitement so you want to be prepared.
