Learn & Discover
This Cathedral is your gateway to discovery – a place to explore the past and get a glimpse of the future. We’re excited to help you learn about this national treasure and everything we have here, from public programs to friendly gargoyles!
The Now and Forever Windows
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Cathedral programs gather God’s people to deepen spirituality, nurture reconciliation and elevate the moral lens of the Gospel in civic life.
For centuries, Gothic architecture has lifted eyes and hearts to the heavens. Here at the world’s sixth-largest Cathedral, you can marvel at old-world artisanship.
From the laying of the foundation stone in 1907 to the present and everything in between. Learn more about the years of construction, significant events, and other historical facts.
Is there actually a Darth Vader carving? Is it a real piece of moon rock in the space window? How much does all that limestone weigh? The Cathedral features a dizzying array of whimsy and wonder!
In a tradition of Cathedrals around the world, Washington National Cathedral remembers the fallen and MIA, and honors those who are serving and have served. Honor a veteran you know by adding their name, or search the archive.
Explore gargoyles, historical figures, stained glass windows and more. We’ve selected more than 50 can’t-miss highlights of the Cathedral in this virtual tour that will take on a journey from the crypt chapels to the highest point in DC.