George Washington on Horseback

The bronze statue depicts George Washington in a commanding mounted position, crafted with detailed attention to his military uniform and the horse's powerful stance beneath him.

Herbert Haseltine created this equestrian monument in 1959, adding to the long tradition of commemorating America's first president through public sculpture during the mid-twentieth century.

The sculpture represents the enduring American tradition of honoring founding fathers through public art, symbolizing leadership, military prowess, and the nation's revolutionary heritage in bronze form.

Located near Washington National Cathedral at coordinates 38.9295°N, 77.0702°W, the statue remains accessible to visitors exploring the capital's numerous historical monuments and memorials.

This particular rendering joins a select collection of equestrian Washington statues nationwide, distinguished by Haseltine's artistic interpretation and its specific placement within the cathedral grounds.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1959

Creator: Herbert Haseltine

GPS coordinates: 38.92955,-77.07018

Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:53