Statue of Daniel Webster, statue in Central Park, New York City, by Thomas Ball
The Statue of Daniel Webster is an oversized bronze sculpture located in Central Park in Manhattan. It portrays the statesman with a serious expression mounted on a stone base and was completed in 1876 by artist Thomas Ball.
The monument was completed in 1876, the centennial of American independence, as part of a broader effort to honor significant figures in Central Park. Webster himself served nearly 40 years as a Representative, Senator, and Secretary of State and was known for his speeches about the Constitution.
The statue honors a significant American statesman whose speeches shaped political thinking during the 1800s. Visitors today use this monument as a place to pause and reflect on leadership and public service within the park's open landscape.
The sculpture is located at the intersection of West Drive and 72nd Street Cross Drive, where it is clearly visible without blocking the tree lines. The location is easy to reach and is noticed by many visitors walking the park's paths.
The monument was originally planned for a prominent location along the park's main promenade but was placed at its current site to avoid blocking views of the tree landscape. Gordon W. Burnham, the donor, had previously given another artwork to the park, making this his second generous gift.
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