1893    The Washington National Cathedral is chartered by Congress. The charter is signed by President Benjamin Harrison.

1907    The cornerstone is laid at Washington National Cathedral in the U.S. capital.

1990    Construction of the Washington National Cathedral is completed.

2001    Historic National Prayer Service held at Washington National Cathedral for victims of the September 11 attacks. A similar service is held in Canada on Parliament Hill, the largest vigil ever held in the nation's capital.