Statue of Christopher Columbus, Bronze statue in Wooster Square, New Haven, United States
The copper sculpture stands over 10 feet tall, depicting Christopher Columbus in a standing position with detailed period clothing from the 15th century.
Italian-American residents of New Haven commissioned and installed this monument in 1892, which was later recast in bronze during 1955 for preservation purposes.
The statue represented a connection point for the Italian-American community of New Haven, who gathered at its base for celebrations and commemorations.
The monument remained at its location until June 24, 2020, when city workers removed it following community discussions and protests about historical representation.
A time capsule containing coins, papers, and documentation of the installation ceremony rests beneath the statue's original foundation from 1892.
Location: New Haven
Inception: 1892
GPS coordinates: 41.30399,-72.91801
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:41
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