Trust for the National Mall Launches National Mall Gateway

New Digital Civic Learning Platform Transforms America's Front Yard into the Greatest Living History Classroom

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Constitution Day, the Trust for the National Mall is proud to announce the official launch of the National Mall Gateway. This one-of-a-kind digital and onsite learning platform is designed to connect students, educators, and the public to the history and the guiding principles represented by the National Mall, its landmarks, and the historic events that have shaped the United States.

The National Mall Gateway transforms America's most iconic public space into its greatest living history and civics classroom. Developed by the Trust for the National Mall in partnership with the National Park Service and with support from visionary funders, led by H.P. Inc., the National Mall Gateway is an enduring legacy project inspired by America's historic 250th anniversary in 2026.

A dynamic and interactive tool, this digital platform enables in-person and virtual exploration of the people, places, and principles that tell the story of American history. 

"As we approach America's 250th anniversary, the Gateway is a response to the growing demand for accessible and engaging civic education resources about the National Mall for 2026 and for generations to come," said Catherine Townsend, President and CEO of Trust for the National Mall. "The Gateway offers an unparalleled opportunity to help educators, students, and visitors deepen their connection to the National Mall and the story of America's founding, inspiring a whole new group of informed citizens."

"We believe enabling learning outcomes is essential to shaping the future of work. Our support for the National Mall and The Gateway initiative reflects that commitment – ensuring educators and learners everywhere have access to high-quality content that strengthens civic understanding and opportunity," said Enrique Lores, CEO, HP, Inc.

The National Mall Gateway offers a rich array of assets, including:

• Interactive Map & 360° Tours: Experience monuments and memorials with multimedia content that lets you almost reach out and touch them, and reveals the stories behind the stone, from anywhere in the world.
• Educator Resources: Access free content, classroom toolkits, and virtual field trips designed to bring civic learning into every school. Curated content from trusted partners like the National Park Service and the Library of Congress.
• Immersive Storytelling: Explore timelines and milestones that have shaped American democracy through robust storytelling, including "Mall Moments" highlighting iconic historical events and people.
• Curated Itineraries: Build personalized learning journeys for students, families, and visitors, whether exploring from home or walking the Mall. Six pre-designed walking tours are included and more will be added in the months ahead.

The National Mall Gateway is part of the Trust for the National Mall's bold initiative with the National Park Service, inspired by America's 250th.  Our Monumental Moment: The Campaign for the National Mall. Our campaign to restore, preserve and elevate the National Mall for 2026 and for generations to come is supported by our leadership partners including Humana, Inc. and HP, Inc.

"The National Mall is more than a collection of monuments and memorials—it is a living symbol of our nation's history and democratic ideals," said Kevin Griess, superintendent of the National Park Service's National Mall and Memorial Parks. "Through the National Mall Gateway, we are proud to join the Trust for the National Mall in making this civic classroom and its stories accessible to every student, teacher, and visitor—whether they are exploring here in the nation's capital or from across the country."

The National Mall Gateway was also made possible by the generous support of our partner GE Aerospace.

"GE Aerospace is proud to support this civic learning platform to connect the next generation of leaders and learners with the National Mall as we approach our country's 250th anniversary celebration. The National Mall is our country's front yard, and the Gateway will serve as a doorway to discovery for students and families to learn and be inspired for the future," said H. Lawrence Culp, Jr., Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace.

To celebrate the launch and America's 250th anniversary, the first 250 classrooms to sign up for the National Mall Gateway will receive a complimentary classroom map celebrating the Semiquincentennial and illustrating marquee sites and moments on America's Front Yard. Additionally, the first classroom to sign up by emailing [email protected] for an on-site field trip will receive special recognition and support for their pre-trip planning and experience on the National Mall. Educators and students are also encouraged to share photos of their classrooms using the Gateway on social media by tagging #NATIONALMALLGATEWAY or by submitting them directly to the Trust for the National Mall.

To explore the platform and access free classroom resources, visit gateway.nationalmall.org.

About the Trust for the National Mall:

As the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan philanthropic partner of the National Park Service, the Trust for the National Mall is dedicated to restoring, enriching and preserving the National Mall. The Trust brings private funding, project expertise and in-kind support to help elevate the National Mall and its historic purpose, especially critical as we approach America's 250th in 2026. The Trust raises funding, leads capital restoration projects, mobilizes volunteer operations and provides innovative educational experiences to ensure the National Mall, with 36 million visits each year, endures as a vibrant civic stage for generations to come. The Trust is also the philanthropic partner of President's Park, adjacent to the National Mall. To learn more and to support our mission, please visit/contact us: www.nationalmall.org | [email protected] 

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