John Hunt Morgan Memorial

The John Hunt Morgan Memorial is a bronze equestrian statue mounted on a granite base that depicts a mounted officer and his horse. The sculpture now stands within the grounds of Lexington Cemetery, positioned among other graves and monuments in a tree-lined setting.

The monument was cast and erected in 1911, funded through a partnership between the state of Kentucky and a historical organization. The bronze statue was manufactured in the eastern United States and transported to Lexington for installation.

The memorial depicts a mounted military figure and now stands within cemetery grounds as part of the landscape of remembrance. Its relocation in 2018 reflects how communities reassess the public display of certain historical monuments.

The memorial is located within the cemetery grounds and is freely accessible on foot during daylight hours. Parking is available on-site, and the cemetery's website provides information to help you navigate the property.

The artist made a deliberate change to the horse's depiction, deciding that a prominent leader should be shown riding a stallion rather than a mare. This artistic choice altered historical fact to fit symbolic ideals.

Location: Lexington

Inception: 1911

Creator: Pompeo Coppini

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 38.05881,-84.51139

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48