Discus Thrower

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Discus Thrower, Bronze sculpture in Edward J. Kelly Park, Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C., United States.

The Discus Thrower stands as a bronze reproduction of the classical Greek athlete captured in motion, displaying the form of an ancient sports competitor.

Installed in 1956, this sculpture marked the return of Italian art treasures after World War II, symbolizing the restoration of cultural property between nations.

The statue carries inscriptions in Italian and Latin on its base, representing the gratitude of the Italian people toward the American population.

Located at the intersection of 21st Street and Virginia Avenue NW, the sculpture is accessible through the Federal Reserve tennis court entrance.

The National Park Service maintains this replica of Myron's Discobolus, created by founder Bruno Bearzi and architect Rodolfo Siviero.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1956

Creator: Myron

GPS coordinates: 38.89487,-77.04641

Latest update: March 10, 2025 20:47

Around this place
Show the full map
Harry S. Truman Federal Building
United States of America

Harry S. Truman Federal Building

180 m
Three Soldiers
United States of America

Three Soldiers

385 m
Eccles Building
United States of America

Eccles Building

236 m
Albert Einstein Memorial
United States of America

Albert Einstein Memorial

327 m
United States General Services Administration Building
United States of America

United States General Services Administration Building

353 m
Interior Museum
United States of America

Interior Museum

321 m
General Jose de San Martin Memorial
United States of America

General Jose de San Martin Memorial

102 m
Equestrian statue of Simón Bolívar
United States of America

Equestrian statue of Simón Bolívar

426 m
National Museum of American Diplomacy
United States of America

National Museum of American Diplomacy

53 m
Oscar W. Underwood House
United States of America

Oscar W. Underwood House

368 m
General John A. Rawlins
United States of America

General John A. Rawlins

396 m
National Academy of Sciences building
United States of America

National Academy of Sciences building

236 m
F Street House
United States of America

F Street House

289 m
Bernardo de Gálvez
United States of America

Bernardo de Gálvez

208 m
Rawlins Park
United States of America

Rawlins Park

343 m
American Institute of Pharmacy Building
United States of America

American Institute of Pharmacy Building

354 m
President's Office, George Washington University
United States of America

President's Office, George Washington University

398 m
United States Public Health Service Building
United States of America

United States Public Health Service Building

317 m
Concordia United Church of Christ and Rectory
United States of America

Concordia United Church of Christ and Rectory

387 m
Anniversary Park
United States of America

Anniversary Park

280 m
Ulysses S. Grant School
United States of America

Ulysses S. Grant School

396 m
Edward J. Kelly Park
United States of America

Edward J. Kelly Park

33 m
Lenthall Houses
United States of America

Lenthall Houses

327 m
The Wall
United States of America

The Wall

414 m
Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building
United States of America

Stewart Lee Udall Department of the Interior Building

356 m
U.S. Department of the Interior Museum
United States of America

U.S. Department of the Interior Museum

336 m
William McChesney Martin, Jr. Building
United States of America

William McChesney Martin, Jr. Building

113 m
Maxwell Woodhull House
United States of America

Maxwell Woodhull House

386 m
Show the full map

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Discus Thrower: Bronze sculpture in Edward J. Kelly Park, Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C., United States » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes