Taras Shevchenko

In Washington, D.C.'s Dupont Circle neighborhood, the Taras Shevchenko Memorial honors Ukraine's national poet. The bronze statue, created by Ukrainian-Canadian sculptor Leo Mol, rises atop a tall granite pedestal. The monument was unveiled in 1964 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, after being initiated largely by Ukrainian exiles. Thousands of people of Ukrainian descent, along with prominent guests, gathered for the dedication ceremony. As a central place of remembrance, the memorial combines historical significance with architectural presence and offers visitors a glimpse into Ukrainian cultural history in the United States.