Columbus Circle in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
To Christopher Columbus
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
1. To Christopher Columbus engraving
scoffed at before,
during the voyage, menaced,
after it, chained,
as generous as oppressed,
to the world he gave a world.
Joy and Glory
Never utter a more thrilling call
Than that which resounded
From the conquered ocean
In sight of the first American island
Land! Land!
On the XII of October MDCCCXCII
The fourth centenary
Of the discovery of America
In imperishable remembrance
Erected 1892.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Notable Events.
Location. 40° 46.085′ N, 73° 58.914′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Columbus Circle. It is on Columbus Circle. Monument is located in Columbus Circle at the southwest corner of Central Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10023, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Maine Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Bela Bartok (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Firefighter John D. Marshall Memorial
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Regarding To Christopher Columbus. Columbus has been criticized both for his brutality and for initiating the depopulation of the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean, whether by imported diseases or intentional violence.
Many scholars defend Columbus's actions or allege that the worst accusations against him are not based in fact, while others claim that he has been blamed for events far beyond his own reach or knowledge.
Also see . . .
1. Columbus Circle Fountain. (Submitted on December 30, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.)
2. The 1892 Christopher Columbus Monument - Columbus Circle.
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
2. Columbus Monument
Additional commentary.
1. Monument's Description, from the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System
A column surmounted by a statue of Columbus. On the south side of the base is a youth with wings examining a globe, symbolizing the Genius of Discovery. On the base are two reliefs tablets. One depicts Columbus putting ashore and giving thanks to God while natives peer from behind foliage. The other depicts the Nina, Pinta, and, Santa Maria setting sail from Spain. The column itself is ornamented with three pairs of bronze rostra, beak-like prows of ancient ships. The base is surrounded by fountains of splashing water.
— Submitted March 31, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
3. Italian translation
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
4. Another view of monument
Photographed by Erik Lander, September 29, 2012
5. Christopher Columbus during the "Discovering Columbus" art installation
"Discovering Columbus encloses Columbus Circle statue in a living room"
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Photographed by Larry Gertner, October 6, 2014
6. Columbus Memorial
The complete installation at Columbus Circle, looking north.
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
7. Rear plaque of monument
"The Nina, Pinta, and, Santa Maria setting sail from Spain.
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
8. Front plaque on monument
"...Columbus putting ashore and giving thanks to God while natives peer from behind foliage."
Photographed by Beverly Pfingsten, December 29, 2007
9. Dedication Plaque
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 30, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,579 times since then and 42 times this year. Last updated on March 31, 2008, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on December 30, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 5. submitted on September 30, 2012, by Erik Lander of Brooklyn, New York. 6. submitted on November 12, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 7, 8, 9. submitted on December 30, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
