Another must-see is Darth Vader, carved into the cathedral’s north side. The “Star Wars” villain was one of four winning designs by middle-schoolers in a 1985 contest.

No, seriously, the Washington National Cathedral really does feature a grotesque of Star Wars' infamous Sith Lord, the one-and-only Darth Vader. The post Yes, Darth Vader Looms Over Washington ...

High atop the Washington National Cathedral sits a Sith Lord, his menacing visage exiled there by the whims of a child. And, technically, National Geographic. Yes, the helmet of Darth Vader adorns ...

Apparently Darth Vader does a lot more than just guard the northwest tower at the Washington National Cathedral these days. See for yourself. No paywalls here. Thanks to you. As an independent ...

The Washington National Cathedral is home to about 1,242 stone carvings. Here’s a look at some of the most interesting gargoyles and grotesques that call the building home.

No, seriously, the Washington National Cathedral really does feature a grotesque of Star Wars' infamous Sith Lord, the one-and-only Darth Vader.