George Mason Memorial

The George Mason Memorial features a bronze figure seated on a bench, positioned within a circular garden setting that includes a trellis structure and fountain. The space contains inscriptions throughout that highlight ideas about individual rights and personal freedoms.

The memorial honors George Mason, who drafted the Virginia Declaration of Rights in 1776 and influenced the United States Bill of Rights. His ideas about human rights became central to shaping the early American government.

The statue depicts Mason holding texts that shaped his thinking about rights and liberty. These visual elements tell the story of how philosophical ideas influenced the nation's founding.

The memorial is located in West Potomac Park and open year-round with free access and seating available throughout the space. The garden is relatively small and easy to walk through, making it convenient for a brief visit between other activities.

This was the first memorial in the Tidal Basin area dedicated to someone who never served as President of the United States. This distinction highlights Mason's important role as a constitutional thinker working behind the scenes.

GPS coordinates: 38.87946,-77.03893

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43