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NCPCC Seeks More Info on Controversial 250-Foot Arch

6/5/2026

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  • The National Capital Planning Commission voted to request more information on the 250-foot arch planned between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
  • Nearly 1,700 mostly opposing comments were submitted, with members hearing three hours of remarks from about 20 historic-architecture representatives.
  • The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved the design, saying it does not affect funding or schedule.