Four Freedoms Monument

The Four Freedoms Monument is a sculpture in Evansville composed of four limestone columns rising about 24 feet tall. Each column features ionic design elements and displays blocks bearing state seals and statehood dates.

The monument was built in 1976 during the 200th anniversary celebration of the United States. It honors President Franklin D. Roosevelt's 1941 State of the Union address, in which he outlined four fundamental freedoms.

The monument displays state seals and statehood dates on uniform blocks, symbolizing the connection between individual states and the nation as a whole. Visitors can observe these details while walking around the structure to understand how federalism is represented in stone.

The monument is located in central Evansville and remains freely accessible around the clock with no admission fees or time restrictions. The surrounding space provides room to walk around the columns and view details from different angles.

The structure is made from local Indiana limestone, meaning national values are expressed through regional materials. This choice connects Evansville's local identity with the broader American heritage.

Location: Evansville

Inception: 1976

GPS coordinates: 30.46958,-83.41278

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42