WASHINGTON DC, United States — The bronze statue of John Smithson, located in front of the Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall, commemorates the founder of the Smithsonian Institution. This statue, sculpted by Ivan Schwartz, honors Smithson’s role in establishing one of the world’s largest museum complexes.
Photograph by David Coleman. The statue of John Smithson stands in front of the Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall in Washington DC. Sculpted by Ivan Schwartz and unveiled in 1965, this bronze statue commemorates Smithson's contribution as the founder of the Smithsonian Institution, whose legacy continues to influence education and research in the United States. The statue is located near the entrance of the Smithsonian Castle, a Gothic Revival building that serves as the administrative hub of the Smithsonian Institution. Facing the National Mall, the statue is a notable feature of this historic area, visited by millions of tourists each year. The sculpture represents Smithson’s enduring legacy in science and public knowledge, marking a key historical figure in the development of American cultural institutions.
Size: 5257px × 7885px
Location: National Mall, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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