George Thorndike Angell Memorial, Animal welfare monument in Post Office Square, Boston, United States.
The memorial features a 60-foot tall structure with lion heads and bronze elements, situated on a triangular traffic island between Congress and Milk Streets.
Completed in 1912 by Peabody & Stearns architects, the memorial honors George Thorndike Angell, who founded the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Crulty to Animals in 1868.
The monument incorporates multiple plaques detailing Angell's achievements and includes the Creature Pond, a 1992 bronze sculpture depicting various animals in their natural settings.
Visitors can reach the memorial by navigating through Boston's Financial District, where it stands as a central landmark amid the surrounding commercial buildings.
The structure originally functioned as a water fountain for horses, reflecting its dedication to animal welfare through both form and function.
Location: Boston
GPS coordinates: 42.35714,-71.05614
Latest update: March 8, 2025 02:32
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