Smith Memorial Arch

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Avenue of the Republic Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19131
https://www.associationforpublicart.org

Smith Memorial Arch in Philadelphia, PA is a monumental public art installation that pays tribute to Pennsylvania's naval and military heroes of the Civil War. Commissioned by the Fairmount Park Art Association, the arch was designed and constructed by architect James H. Windrim and features nine busts, three figures, and two equestrians created by various artists.

Completed in 1912, the Smith Memorial Arch stands as a significant gateway to Fairmount Park and is considered one of the most ambitious monuments of its time. The artwork, including notable sculptures by artists such as Daniel Chester French and John Quincy Adams Ward, serves as a lasting memorial to the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought in the Civil War.

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