2008 : The damaged National Cathedral gets a $ 5 million gift for restoration efforts . At least nine marble panels on the outside of the monument near the top are cracked , according to a post-earthquake assessment . The National Monument can withstand a worst - case earthquake , a study shows . The iconic structure will be in full scaffolding for upcoming repairs . Officials are conducting an earthquake recovery drill for the site .
2008 : The damaged National Cathedral gets a $ 5 million gift for restoration efforts . The National Monument can withstand a worst - case earthquake , a study shows . The iconic structure will be in full scaffolding for upcoming repairs . Officials are conducting an earthquake recovery drill for the site .