Statue of William Prescott

The Statue of William Prescott is a bronze figure located near the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. It stands on a red and gray Quincy granite base and shows Prescott in military dress, standing about eight feet tall.

The statue was created in 1880 by American sculptor William Wetmore Story and cast in Rome by Alessandro Nelli. It honors Prescott's leadership during the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775, a turning point in the early fighting of the American Revolution.

The statue shows a moment that mattered to the colonists: a leader inspiring his soldiers through his own example. You can see how Prescott is shown standing on the redoubt, displaying courage in front of his troops.

The statue is accessible year-round as part of the Boston National Historical Park. The location offers room to walk around and stands near other Revolutionary War sites and visitor information centers.

The statue captures a moment linked to Prescott's famous order to hold his men's fire until the enemy was nearly upon them. This moment of resolve is frozen in the sculpture's pose.

Location: Boston

GPS coordinates: 42.37617,-71.06089

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:42