Lafayette Monument

The Lafayette Monument is a bronze statue of a standing man located in Mount Vernon Place in Baltimore, created by sculptor Andrew O'Connor. The work stands in a central location within the historic district, surrounded by classical buildings that frame the plaza on all sides.

The statue was dedicated in 1924 to honor General Marquis de Lafayette, a French officer who provided crucial military assistance during the American Revolutionary War. Its completion coincided with the hundredth anniversary of Lafayette's travels through America.

The bronze figure stands at the heart of a historic district, where it reminds visitors daily of the strong bond between America and France during their shared struggle for independence. The memorial sits among other monuments and cultural institutions, making the square a gathering place for remembrance and learning.

The monument sits at a central intersection and is open year-round with no entry fees required. The surrounding plaza is easy to walk through, with benches available where you can sit and view the statue and the historic buildings that frame the space.

The dedication of the monument was carefully timed to coincide with the hundredth anniversary of Lafayette's visit to Baltimore, connecting two historic moments with deliberate precision. This timing transforms the statue from a simple sculpture into a marker that bridges a century of shared American and French history.