Statue of Abraham Lincoln

The Statue of Abraham Lincoln is a bronze monument in Union Square Park depicting the 16th president standing in a frock coat and holding official documents. The work rests on a stone base and is enclosed by an ornamental bronze rail inscribed with historical text that has stood at this location since the mid-1800s.

Sculptor Henry Kirke Brown created this bronze in 1870, five years after Lincoln's death, as a tribute to the fallen president. The monument was part of a broader movement across the United States to preserve important leaders and events through monumental art.

The statue draws visitors who come to reflect on Lincoln's legacy in the heart of New York City. It forms part of a group of monuments in the park that represent significant moments in American history.

The monument is located in the northern section of Union Square Park and is easy to access from the street. Visitors should know that the park is open throughout the day and the statue remains visible from various angles within the park.

The inscribed bronze rail surrounding the monument carries words from Lincoln's second inaugural address and was installed in the 1870s. This engraving makes the enclosure itself an important part of the overall artwork rather than merely a protective boundary.

GPS coordinates: 40.73624,-73.99007

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58