Statue of Nelson Mandela

The Statue of Nelson Mandela is a bronze sculpture at the South African Embassy in Washington, D.C., depicting the anti-apartheid leader with his fist raised. It stands on Massachusetts Avenue among other international monuments in the nation's capital.

The sculpture was installed in 2013, shortly after Mandela's death, on a site with a strong history of anti-apartheid activism. This location had witnessed major demonstrations during the 1980s that opposed segregationist policies in South Africa.

The statue faces the Winston Churchill monument, creating a visual representation of the complex relationship between colonial powers and liberation movements.

The monument is accessible along Massachusetts Avenue in a neighborhood filled with embassies and other landmarks. Visitors can walk freely in the area, which has clear sightlines and good pedestrian access.

The sculpture was created by South African artist Jean Doyle and captures a moment of defiance through its carefully composed pose. Visitors often touch the raised fist as a personal gesture of respect or solidarity.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: September 21, 2013

Creator: Jean Doyle

GPS coordinates: 38.91992,-77.06104

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04