Is White House under scaffolding?
Partial
Partly: works are visible on part of it.
The East Wing was demolished in October 2025 to build a ballroom; the construction site is visible from the east side. Legal challenges were still pending in 2026.
Current status
- Status
- Partial
- Since
- October 2025
- Expected to clear
- 2028
- Last checked
- 2 Nov 2026
- Source
- Philadelphia Inquirer, May 2026
Latest visitor photo
No dated visitor photo yet.
Open instead: Lincoln Memorial
If White House is not what you hoped for on your date, Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. is open.
Other landmarks in Washington, D.C.
Smithsonian CastleClosed for a multi-year renovation; the first floor reopened only for summer 2026, until 7 September.Closed
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolDrained on 10 April 2026 for cleaning, joint repairs and a new lining. We found no confirmation that it has been refilled.Unconfirmed
Jefferson MemorialNo works reportedClear
Lincoln MemorialNo works reportedClear
United States CapitolNo works reportedClear
Washington MonumentOpen. It closes one maintenance day a month; the remaining 2026 dates are 4 November and 8 December, plus 25 December.Clear
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