WTOP News on Instagram: "To commemorate America’s 250th birthday in 2026, the Washington Monument will have a projection show and an illumination of a 250-foot birthday candle beginning on New Year’s Eve. It is part of a six-night event, from Dec. 31 through Jan. 5, that will illuminate the monument with projections of stories about how America was discovered, its independence and future. Comment 'LINK' to get the full story sent to your inbox. (🎥: @7newsdc)"