Atlanta from the Ashes, Bronze monument in Woodruff Park, Downtown Atlanta, US
Atlanta from the Ashes is a bronze sculpture in Woodruff Park featuring a woman lifted upward by a phoenix, with the woman's gaze directed toward the sky. The two figures form a unified composition that conveys movement and elevation through its sculptural design.
The work was created in 1969 and originally placed near Rich's Department Store. It was relocated to Woodruff Park in 1995 following restoration, establishing its current home in the downtown area.
The sculpture draws on phoenix symbolism, a concept valued across many cultures to represent renewal and rebirth. Visitors today see it as a civic symbol that speaks to how communities can overcome hardship and move forward.
The sculpture stands freely in Woodruff Park, a public plaza in downtown Atlanta that is accessible year-round. Multiple pathways around the park allow visitors to view the work from different angles and vantage points.
The sculpture was crafted by Italian artisans Gamba Quirino and Feruccia Vezzoni, who worked from designer James Siegler's concept. The work features gilt details applied to the phoenix, giving certain parts a golden finish that catches light.
Location: Georgia
Inception: 1969
GPS coordinates: 33.75460,-84.38930
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:57
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