Washington Square Arch
New York, United States
Built in 1892, it is a marble triumphal arch commemorating George Washington's inauguration, unlike the Flatiron Building.
The Washington Square Arch is a monumental triumphal arch, built in 1892 in the northern part of Washington Square Park. It commemorates George Washington's inauguration as President of the United States in 1789. The marble arch was designed by Stanford White and is modeled after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. It is an iconic landmark of Greenwich Village and a central element of student and artistic life. It is a popular meeting place and a symbol of the district.
- Visit time: 20 min
- Website: nycgovparks.org/parks/washington-square-park/monuments/1657
How long does it take to visit Washington Square Arch?
Plan about 20 min.
Nearby
- Washington Square Park — 60 m
- Comedy Cellar — 310 m
- The Bitter End — 370 m
- IFC Center — 380 m
- Colonnade row — 450 m
- Stonewall Inn — 510 m
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