https://mallhistory.org/files/original/30be4fad96b1733fbc6a8719332fed2a.jpg 6b9c27ba84f8650c058e879fe79c0f8e Event A non-persistent, time-based occurrence. Metadata for an event provides descriptive information that is the basis for discovery of the purpose, location, duration, and responsible agents associated with an event. Examples include an exhibition, webcast, conference, workshop, open day, performance, battle, trial, wedding, tea party, conflagration. Event Type DC History Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mall Weddings Description An account of the resource Since 1976, the National Park Service has allowed weddings and other special events to be held in 3 areas: the <a href="http://mallhistory.org/items/show/34">DC War Memorial</a>, the <a href="http://mallhistory.org/items/show/16">George Mason Memorial</a>, and the west lawn of the <a href="http://mallhistory.org/items/show/31">Jefferson Memorial</a>. Anyone reserving one of these spaces must pay an administrative fee and abide by National Park Service rules meant to protect the property. During the government shutdown in October 2013, the Mall, like all national parks, was closed for public events forcing at least one couple to relocate their wedding. In 2014, 148 permits were given to couples who wed near the majestic monuments. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1950-1979 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. <a href="http://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/dc1019.photos.207141p/">View Original.</a>