Statue of Christopher Columbus, Bronze statue in Columbus Triangle, Wilmington, United States
The twelve-foot bronze statue stands on a granite base, representing Christopher Columbus with detailed sculptural craftsmanship by Egidio Giaroli of Rome.
The statue was unveiled on October 12, 1957, following donations of forty thousand dollars from Sons of Italy and Knights of Columbus organizations.
The monument reflected Italian-American heritage in Delaware until its removal in June 2020 during nationwide discussions about historical representations.
The statue's former location at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue, Franklin Street, and 13th Street provided clear visibility to pedestrians and vehicles.
The bronze figure weighing one thousand six hundred pounds was cast and molded in Pistoia, Italy before its transportation to Delaware.
Location: Wilmington
Inception: October 12, 1957
Creator: Egidio Giaroli
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 39.75321,-75.55856
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:09
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