Giuseppe Verdi Monument

The Giuseppe Verdi Monument is a marble sculpture featuring the famous Italian composer elevated on a dark granite base in the center of Verdi Square. Four additional marble statues representing opera characters are positioned around the central figure, each facing a different cardinal direction.

Italian sculptor Pasquale Civiletti created the monument, which was dedicated on Columbus Day in 1906. The Italian-American community raised the funds to erect this tribute to the composer's artistic legacy.

The square serves as a gathering point where neighbors meet and share their connections to the arts. The surrounding opera figures remind visitors of the creative traditions that remain woven into this part of Manhattan.

The monument sits at the intersection of four streets in the Upper West Side, making it easy to locate and visit while exploring the neighborhood. The nearby subway station provides convenient access for those traveling by public transportation.

The four opera characters surrounding the base represent Aida, Otello, Leonora, and Falstaff, each a leading role in Verdi's most celebrated works. Large lyres positioned between the statues create a visual connection that emphasizes the musical link between these legendary figures.

Location: Manhattan

Location: New York City

Inception: 1906

Made from material: marble

Website: https://nycgovparks.org/parks/verdi-square/monuments/1624

GPS coordinates: 40.77922,-73.98149

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54