Parks Service Forced to Close Down Lincoln Memorial After College Group's Booze-Fueled Behavior
The Lincoln Memorial was closed for a few hours Saturday after college students trashed the monument. Georgetown University held its senior ball on Friday night. Several hundred students capped off the event by…
The Lincoln Memorial was closed for a few hours Saturday after college students trashed the monument.
Georgetown University held its senior ball on Friday night. Several hundred students capped off the event by gathering at the memorial to watch the sun rise Saturday, according to Fox News.
Some students also took a swim in the Reflecting Pool.
When the festivities were done, broken bottles and spilled wine dotted the steps of the iconic monument.
The National Park Service announced the delay in allowing access to the memorial.
“The Lincoln Memorial is closed this morning following a local university graduation celebration that left litter, broken bottles and spilled wine and champagne covering the steps,” it said, according to Fox.
The memorial was reopened to the public at about 11 a.m.
“Thanks to our facilities staff for the quick cleanup this morning. The Lincoln Memorial is open. We appreciate your patience,” the park service said.
Some said the college should pay for the cost of the cleanup