American Revolution Statuary

American Revolution Statuary is a collection of bronze and marble statues spread across different locations in Washington D.C. that depict national leaders. The monuments show various styles and sizes, creating a portfolio of portrait figures scattered across the cityscape.

The first statue in this series was an equestrian monument to George Washington erected in 1860. Additional memorials followed over several decades, with Congress focusing on expanding this collection between 1878 and 1948.

These statues show people who shaped independence and stand in important spots around the city where visitors encounter them while walking. Each figure tells of someone who played a role in politics, the military, or diplomacy.

These statues are found at different locations around the city, with a group of four monuments at Lafayette Square facing the White House. Visitors can reach these sites easily on foot and explore them at their own pace, since they are freely accessible in public spaces.

Among all the sculptures in this collection, only one is made of marble - a statue of Benjamin Franklin standing in front of the Old Post Office building. This marble work stands out distinctly from the rest of the bronze pieces and draws attention worth the visit.