US National Mall During Renovation (IMAGE) American Society of Agronomy Caption This is the US National Mall lawn area facing the Washington Monument during the reconstruction process, prior to the installation of new sod grass. Pictured in the green hard hat is Michael Stachowicz, Turf Management Specialist, National Mall and Memorial Parks. He is explaining the scope of the renovation to students enrolled in a class at the University of Maryland, College Park. Credit Joseph Roberts. Usage Restrictions Please use with story only. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.