Samuel Finley Breese Morse

The Samuel Morse monument is a bronze sculpture located in Central Park near the intersection of 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue. The figure sits in a naturalistic pose surrounded by details representing his achievements.

The monument was erected in 1871 to honor Morse's work in developing the telegraph and long-distance communication. His innovations transformed how people could send messages across vast distances.

The sculpture depicts Morse holding telegraph tape, honoring his dual identity as an inventor and art professor. Visitors notice how the representation celebrates both sides of his professional life and contributions.

The statue sits along East Drive at 72nd Street, easily accessible from the Fifth Avenue entrance to Central Park. The location offers good visibility and is part of a walkable section of the park with other monuments nearby.

Many visitors miss that actual telegraph wires were incorporated directly into the sculpture's design. These embedded technical elements make it a material artwork that quietly honors Morse's technological legacy.

Website: https://centralparknyc.org/locations/samuel-f-b-morse

GPS coordinates: 40.77248,-73.96743

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:43