Cherry Blossoms at the Tidal Basin with Washington Monument Matted Print

• National Archives Store Exclusive
• Made in the U.S.A.
• 10 X 8 inches

• Product Description

• This stunning image of cherry blossoms in full bloom shows the sheer spectacle of springtime at the Tidal Basin and the Washington Monument in the background. The original was produced as a lantern slide and hand colored. The scene was captured around 1933 - 1936 and is the perfect reminder of Washington, D.C., during cherry blossom season, when the laden blossom trees are an absolutely breathtaking delight.

Given to the United States as a gift from Japan in 1912, the cherry blossom trees that surround Washington, DC’s Tidal Basin have become a beloved symbol of the United States’ friendship with Japan and of the capital city’s unique culture. The blooming of the cherry blossoms at the end of March attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

The holdings of the National Archives include historical photographs of the trees throughout the years, documents related to the planting ceremony in 1912, and materials related to the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.