Statue of Lenin, Seattle

The Statue of Lenin is a 5 m tall bronze sculpture at a street intersection in Fremont, Seattle, showing the revolutionary leader surrounded by flames and weapons. The figure stands on a low platform and remains openly accessible to passersby.

Emil Venkov created the work in 1988 for a Czechoslovak town, but after the fall of communism in 1989 it was removed. An American teacher discovered the sculpture in 1993 at a scrapyard and brought it to Seattle.

Local residents often decorate the figure with seasonal items or messages, turning it into a living expression of community creativity. The bronze sculpture stands in a neighborhood known for its unconventional approach to art and public space.

The monument stands at the intersection of Fremont Place North and North 36th Street and can be viewed throughout the year. The surrounding area offers sidewalks and nearby shops for a short walk through the neighborhood.

Unlike most Lenin monuments worldwide, this version shows the leader amid flames and carrying firearms rather than books or documents. Venkov designed the work as a critical portrayal rather than a traditional celebration.

Location: Washington

Inception: 1988

Creator: Emil Venkov

Height: 5 m

Made from material: bronze

Website: https://fremont.com/about/lenin

GPS coordinates: 47.65136,-122.35095

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:03