Taras Shevchenko Memorial, Bronze and granite memorial in Dupont Circle, United States.
Description
The Taras Shevchenko Memorial is a bronze and granite work of art in Washington, D.C. consisting of a human figure standing on a stone base with additional relief work at its foundation. The statue rises prominently and the entire composition forms a complete artistic statement in its surroundings.
History
The memorial was created in the 1960s by a Canadian-Ukrainian sculptor and was dedicated by the sitting United States President at that time. This event marked an important moment in the recognition of Ukrainian culture in America.
Culture
The memorial honors a poet and artist who fought for his homeland's independence through creative work that remains central to Ukrainian identity today. His legacy continues to shape how people understand cultural resistance and artistic expression.
Practical
The memorial is located at a busy street intersection in the northern part of the city and is freely accessible at any time of day. The best vantage point is directly in front of the statue where visitors can take time to study the artwork and its base up close.
Did you know?
The dedication ceremony attracted tens of thousands of people and ranked among the largest public gatherings for a memorial opening in the city's history. This massive turnout shows how important the event was for the Ukrainian-American community.
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