Batavia in Genesee County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Batavia Peace Garden Artwork & Monuments
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, July 20, 2026
1. Batavia Peace Garden Artwork & Monuments Marker
This garden is not a place. It's a journey.
Monty Dan
Garden Rules
Plant the seeds Wish for rain Listen to the birds Relax Talk to the angels Enjoy the beauty
Artwork & Monuments
This garden is a work in progress embracing each season with colorful blossoms, forever changing and expanding with new artwork, new monuments and more plantings. Truly a joy to behold for visitors of all ages.
As you travel eastward along the stone Pathway of Peace you first discover the Monument Dedicated to Paolo Busti, the principal agent of the Holland Land Company responsible for distribution of 3.3 million acres of western New York land. The original Holland Land Office, now a museum, is the building directly west of the monument.
Continue east to the Genesee County Honorarium Stone dedicated to all of the soldiers and Native American warriors who fought in the War of 1812.
The Butterfly Bench, marks the area along the fence where butterflies can be found.
The World Truth & Friendship Globe honors our countries servicemen and women.
Lady Liberty, a universal symbol of freedom, recognizes the abolition of
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All of the benches in this garden have been donated by supportive community businesses and individuals who take pride in the mission of the Batavia Peace Garden.
The artwork, design and materials for the monuments featured in the Peace Garden have been obtained through local channels. This community is our greatest asset.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers • War of 1812. A significant historical year for this entry is 1812.
Location. 42° 59.939′ N, 78° 11.411′ W. Marker is in Batavia, New York, in Genesee County. It is on West Main Street (New York State Route 5) west of Ellicott Street ( Route 63), on the right. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Batavia NY 14020, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York, specifically in Western New York, in the Finger Lakes, and in the Rochester Metropolitan Area. It is also
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, July 20, 2026
2. Batavia Peace Garden Artwork & Monuments Marker
Tonawanda Creek runs behind this marker. Lady Liberty, referenced on the marker, is to the left.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Paolo Busti Monument (a few steps from this marker); Batavia Peace Garden (a few steps from this marker); War of 1812 (a few steps from this marker); The Grove of Nations / The Millstone (within shouting distance of this marker); Gabriel DeFabbio (within shouting distance of this marker); Batavia (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Batavia Peace Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Capt. Charles F. Rand (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Batavia.
Also see . . . Batavia Peace Garden official site. (Submitted on July 22, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, July 20, 2026
3. Memorials and artwork near the Batavia Peace Garden
The Paolo Busti memorial can be seen in the background, along with a different marker related to the garden.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, July 20, 2026
4. Batavia Peace Garden
The Batavia Peace Garden Artwork & Monuments Marker is just off camera to the right.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 22, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 22, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
