“So tacky”: The Washington Monument’s makeover for America’s 250th birthday is causing quite the commotion

The National Park Service announced that the Washington Monument would feature a dramatic lighting makeover in honor of the United States' 250th birthday. This marks the beginning of a year-long celebration of American independence named Freedom 250.

The new light show debuted on Dec 31, with projections illuminating the monument every hour from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. But while the Monument has been illuminated before, the design choices this time have stirred mixed reactions.

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