Statue of Samuel Eliot Morison, Bronze memorial statue in Commonwealth Avenue Mall, Boston, United States.
The statue depicts Samuel Eliot Morison holding binoculars while standing on a granite boulder decorated with bronze casts of marine elements.
Created by sculptor Penelope Jencks in 1982, this monument honors the accomplished naval historian Samuel Eliot Morison and his contributions to American military literature.
The statue stands within the Boston Literary District, connecting visitors to the rich academic and literary heritage of Massachusetts through public art.
Located at coordinates 42°21′4.2″N 71°4′51″W, the memorial is accessible through regular guided tours of Commonwealth Avenue's public monuments.
Bronze marine life forms, including crabs, shells, and starfish, are embedded into the granite base, reflecting Morison's connection to naval exploration.
Location: Boston
Inception: 1982
Creator: Penelope Jencks
Made from material: bronze
Website: https://friendsofthepublicgarden.org/our-parks/the-mall
GPS coordinates: 42.35118,-71.08083
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:02
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