The six glass towers of this striking memorial serve to represent the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, six main Nazi death camps and the candles on a menorah.See more..
3.5Plymouth Rock(2.367 reviews) - REVISIT TO THE FAMOUS SITE Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This American icon is encased in a Greek-inspired granite canopy and housed within the Pilgrim Memorial State Park. Many travelers make the journey from Boston to see this famous rock, which remains as a tribute to the Mayflower passengers who first step foot into the country. Free to visit year-round, the park also offers picturesque views of Plymouth Harbor and Mayflower II, a full-scale replica of the ship. While you’re in Plymouth, don’t miss the Pilgrim Hall Museum and Plimoth Plantation—a fascinating recreation of the original Plymouth Colony established in the 17th century. You can even embark on a historical tour which brings you to all the top sights. – TripadvisorSee more..
4.5Bunker Hill Monument(1.900 reviews) - Terrific Monument and Museum Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues
This 220-foot granite tower commemorates the Patriots' undaunted bravery in defeat at the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill.See more..
This monument commemorates the Pilgrim's first landing in Provincetown (not Plymouth), where they conceived, wrote and committed to the Mayflower Compact - the foundational document for the democracy America enjoys today. The Monument is the tallest all-granite structure in the U.S. rising 353 feet above sea level, and at the top, visitors are provided the most spectacular view of Cape Cod.In addition to the MOnument, the Provincetown Museum presents the unique cultural heritage of this historic town with special exhibitions and permanent displays.The Monument and Museum has ample parking, is open daily from APril 1st through November 30, and NEW this year - a food concession call the "Shallop Cafe" where visitors can enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking Provincetown and the Bay.See more..
I had always wanted to see the Samantha from Bewitched statue (just like the Andy Griffith statue in Mt. Airy, NC and Glen Frey statue in Winslow, AZ) just to have the photo opt and mark it off my Bucket List. The statue is about 9 feet tall and is in the middle of town. The first time we went by while riding the trolley, there were several people getting pictures and selfies with "Sam"; however, when we walked up to the statue later, we were the only ones there for that moment. Grab a selfie, read the nice plaque on the ground from TV Land, twitch your nose (or hers!) and be on your way. Such a cute statue depicting America's favorite witch!See more..
I’ve seen this statue replicated so many times that it was nice to see it up close. The city has plaques listing the names of all the fishermen who have been lost to the sea dating back to the beginning of Gloucester’s origin. There isn’t much to do in Gloucester so if you are tired of the beach it’s located on a nice boardwalk/ ocean setting- very relaxing.See more..
4.0John F. Kennedy Memorial(669 reviews) - Wonderful tribute to our 35th president! Monuments & Statues
Located at Veterans Memorial Park on Veterans Beach overlooking Lewis Bay. The memorial includes a fountain and a fieldstone monument with the presidential seal. Inscribed with, “I believe it is important that this country sail and not lie still in the harbor.” By JFK. A beautiful site to see and photograph.See more..
4.5National Monument to the Forefathers(618 reviews) - Magnificent! Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • State Parks • Monuments & Statues
Thought to be the largest solid granite monument in the United States, this 81-foot-tall granite statue was built to honor the passengers of the Mayflower. Boston sculptor Hammatt Billings designed the monument which features allegorical figures depicting the virtues of Faith, Morality, Education, Law, and Liberty. A dedication on the monument reads, “National Monument to the Forefathers. Erected by a grateful people in remembrance of their labors, sacrifices and sufferings for the cause of civil and religious liberty.” The original design called for the monument to be nearly twice as tall at 150 feet (just under the Statue of Liberty’s height of 151 feet). The monument is free to visit and open to the public year-round. Its site is managed and maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic and their furry companions (on a leash) to enjoy the monument's lawn.See more..
4.5Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden(478 reviews) - A Fun & Whimsical Sculpture Garden Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues • Gardens
Bring the kids to this outdoor sculpture garden where the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch, and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters are immortalized in bronze, life-size statues all designed by Geisel's step-daughter, sculptor Lark Grey Dimond-Cates.See more..
4.0John Harvard Statue(319 reviews) - Who Was John Harvard? Monuments & Statues
The John Harvard statue is most certainly the most photographed at the University. You will even see crowds waiting for their chance to stand in front of the statue. It is easy to find located just inside the gates to the Harvard Yard. The campus is beautiful so you may want to expand your walking tour to see some of the other sites including a very impressive library where you may be able to determine who John Harvard actual was or was not.See more..
The modern town of Salem had very little to do with the witch trials hysteria. That all took place in modern day Danvers (what was then Salem Village). Danvers, however, really downplays the witch trials connection and some of the important spots, the real deal not the fake touristy stuff in modern Salem, can be easy to miss. This is one memorial that's worth a stop. Besides the memorial, directly across the street is the actual location of the Salem Village meeting house where most of the trials took place. It's a private home, now, though they've recreated the meeting house at the Rebecca Nurse homestead that you can see.See more..
You’ll find this right across from an apartment complex and just a minute walk from a Walgreens. It sort of just blends in with the city and that’s a little bit odd. Still, it’s a sobering visit, and I recommend it to anyone interested in connecting deeper to the history of Salem.See more..
4.5The Alchemist(54 reviews) - Yes it is cool Monuments & Statues
An interesting sculpture in an interesting surrounding. Liked it, wondered around it. There is something about this work of art...See more..
This location is much more than just a Veterans Memorial. The Memorial is actually part of a much larger community park. Golf Course, Petting Zoo, sports facilities. Very large park with much to see. The Memorials are very well done and a great place to just hang out and watch.See more..
3.0Kerouac Park(25 reviews) - Sad state of condition. Parks • Monuments & Statues
A park dedicated to the novelist Jack Kerouac gives visitors a glimpse into his childhood and beginnings as a writer.See more..
4.5Salty the Seahorse(20 reviews) - Salty is cool Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
I mean where else do you find something like this? His eyes glow at night and my kids have adopted him. Great little park for a picnic!See more..
The Founder of Springfield and Roxbury, Massachusetts. Wrote books and was a very wealthy men.See more..
4.0Rocky Marciano Statue at Champions Park(9 reviews) - Still the only undefeated heavyweight boxer in history! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Very Excited to see the only ever undefeated heavyweight boxer in history be memorialized in his home town. 49 fights 49 wins! The Italian- American communities hero is forever captured here. Only regret is that the city has not allowed for a little easier access to get a photo. Need to see him thru a fence at Rocky Marciano Stadium. My kids loved hearing about a true hero who is definition of perseverance.See more..
This monument is very impressive, to get to the top one has to climb a spiral staircase. When we visited the National Park warden in attendance was an excellent source of information about the history of the area.See more..
3.5Burnside Fountain(8 reviews) - What you see is up to you Monuments & Statues
Nice piece of turn of the 20th Century kitsch. Read the Wikipedia entry for both the official story of the sculpture and to find out why college students think it's funny! Not worth a special trip, but if you are in Worcester, don't miss it.See more..
4.0Basketball Monument(7 reviews) - Safe and clean security in place. Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
This is the site of the first game for the 3rd most popular Sport in America. Basketball the monument is very nice as it features adult playing with a kid it can be visit by night as is illuminated with before green led lights. The site not only has these statue but it also has info on the history of the game.See more..
5.09/11 Memorial-Acushnet(6 reviews) - A Moment or Two of Prayer....... Monuments & Statues
Stopping by especially in the evening and just saying a few prayers for those who lost their lives in this environment gives you a sense of peace. I am so happy that this is a permanent part of our town of Acushnet.See more..
5.0Korean War Memorial(4 reviews) - Honoring Korean War Soldiers Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
This Memorial honors the 191 young soldiers from Worcester County who lost their lives in the Korean War. The small plaza contains a life size bronze statue of a U.S. soldier with a Korean child, many flagpoles, educational signs, and a "Walkway of Honor", which includes memorial bricks, inscribed with the names of Massachusetts soldiers who lost their lives in more recent conflicts. A black granite wall contains the names of those who died as a result of the Korean War. Granite benches encircle the flags. Monuments, Memorials and Landmarks are high on our list of places to visit. This Memorial is modest compared to many others, yet it is just as meaningful. The Memorial is just behind Union Station, and across a busy street. The flags can be seen from further away.See more..
4.5Veterans' Memorial Park(3 reviews) - Chelmsford Service Members Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues The Veterans' Memorial Park is a small park with granite pillars containing the names of Chelmsford people who are or who have served in the Armed Forces. It's a good place to go to think about such people and to thank them for their scarifice and service to the community.See more..
4.0Samuel Whittemore Marker(1 review) - Understated memorial to a Revolutionary War hero Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Never heard of Samuel Whittemore? Don't feel bad. Many people who grew up in the area haven't heard of him either. Nevertheless, he is the oldest known combatant in the American Revolutionary War, contributing his service at the ripe age of 78! That seems kind of cool in and of itself, but the story gets better. I won't waste your time with a lot of needless details, because you can find it all on his Wikipedia page, but suffice to say, this elderly farmer literally dropped what he was doing in his field as the British were retreating from the battles of Concord and Lexington, and prepared to ambush them. He killed one with his musket, then, as they approached, he killed TWO MORE with his pistols, before being beaten, bayoneted several times, and shot in the face. Not only did Whittemore not die of his wounds, but when he was found by some neighbors, bleeding profusely, he was in the process of reloading his musket to resume fighting. The British couldn't kill Sam Whittemore. He recovered from his wounds, and lived another 18 years, finally dying at the even riper age of 96. 96!!!! The Whittemore Memorial isn't much. It's just a small stone in a park named for the man, in Arlington Center, at the corner of Mass Ave and Mystic St. If you're going to visit the battle sites in Concord and Lexington, definitely stop by here on your way back to Cambridge. If you're an American, and/or interested in Revolutionary War history, you owe that much to Mr Whittemore.See more..
4.0Westford Knight(1 review) - Thought Provoking Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues I have always been interested in historical monuments. I really enjoyed this attraction. Having read about the Sinclairs (of Knights Templar fame) and the Rosslyn Chapel, home of the Sinclairs in Scotland, I read that there is a window whose sculptured surround includes Indian Corn. Sinclair is said to have led a group of eight knights across the Atlantic in 1398. Indian corn was not known in Europe in the 14th century. The knight was sculpted by David Christiana, which is purported to represent the likeness portrayed on the stone adjacent to it. Very interesting thought provoking.See more..
5.0Hancock Adams Green(1 review) - Heart of the City Tour Monuments & Statues
This is a free tour led by a knowledgeable guide of the Hancock Burying Ground and the 1844 Town Hall. It’s available between 10 and 4 daily Mon - Fri. It fits well with a visit to the nearby Adams NHP and the Church of the Presidents. Lots of nearby restaurants. Adams Hancock Green is a good place to relax. Adjacent to the red line subway stop at Quincy Center.See more..
4.0Sailor's Home Cemetery(1 review) - Interesting piece of history located in the Black's Creek marsh Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Cemeteries • Monuments & Statues We found this spot earlier this year, as we walked through the neighborhoods. The home was built as a way to provide housing for disabled or injured veterans of the civil war, and was located on a six acre farm near the cemeteries location. It's a quiet, peaceful place good for bird watching and local history. Worth a trip if you want to dig into Quincy's history.See more..
