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PARK FACT:
The current Washington Square Park arch was built between 1890 and 1892 to replace a wooden arch that was created to commemorate the centennial of Washington's inauguration in 1889.
Washington Square Park
5 Ave, Waverly Pl., W. 4 St. and Macdougal St.
Manhattan
Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner
Acres: 9.75
Monuments
Browse all Parks monuments on our Permanent Art and Monuments page
Alexander Lyman Holley
Bust on a high central stele joined by screens to shorter side steles at right and left, the whole on a plinth resting on a semi-circular step
George Washington Accompanied by Fame and Valor
Standing figure (three/quarters round, over life-size) before two figures (over life-size) in high relief, on integral plinth, pedestal
George Washington Accompanied by Wisdom and Justice
Standing figure (three/quarters round, over life-size) before two figures (over life-size) in high relief, on integral plinth, pedestal
Know Before You Go
The chess plaza is being restored with new game tables and paths.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2011
