Smith Civil War Memorial

Smith Civil War Memorial

The Smith Civil War Memorial was erected between 1897 and 1912 under a bequest of Richard Smith. It features several statues of the military leaders of the war and a whispering bench.

The initial commissions were awarded on May 8, 1898, and it took until 1912 before the last sculpture was completed and installed on the arch.

Location

41st Drive and North Concourse Drive
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
USA

Getting There

The Smith Civil War Memorial is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Here are the public transportation options to reach it:

Subway: Take the Market-Frankford Line (Blue Line) to the 2nd Street Station. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to the Smith Civil War Memorial.

Bus: The following bus routes stop near the Smith Civil War Memorial: Route 5, 17, 21, 33, 38, 42, 48, 57, 121, and 125. Check SEPTA's website for specific bus schedules and stops.

Regional Rail: Take any regional rail line to the Jefferson Station or Suburban Station. From there, transfer to the Market-Frankford Line (Blue Line) to the 2nd Street Station. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to the Smith Civil War Memorial.

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