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Christopher Columbus Memorial Fountain — Attraction in Washington

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Christopher Columbus Memorial Fountain
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Columbus Circle
35 Columbus Monument Drive Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
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DC Fire and EMS Museum
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50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Crepe Lena
40 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
The Monocle Restaurant
Parking lot, 107 D St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Blue Bottle Coffee
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CAVA
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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201 F St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Corner Bakery Cafe
500 North Capitol St NW Ste 110, Washington, DC 20001
Pret A Manger
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Union Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
Amtrak
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
Greyhound: Bus Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Union Station Metro – 1st Street Exit
Washington, DC 20002
Washington Union Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Union Station
701 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Washington Union Station - Main Entrance
40 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Washington Union Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Washington Union Station
701 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002
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50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
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Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
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Global Luxury Suites at Capitol Hill
1005 First St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
Sojourn
411 East Capitol St SE, Washington, DC 20003
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Christopher Columbus Memorial Fountain

35 Columbus Monument Drive Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
4.0(27)
Open until 12:00 AM
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attractions: Columbus Circle, Smithsonian's National Postal Museum, The Freedom Bell, Lower Senate Park, Holodomor Memorial, National Guard Memorial Museum, National Japanese American Memorial, Senate Fountain, US Capitol Grounds, DC Fire and EMS Museum, restaurants: Shake Shack Union Station, The Dubliner Restaurant, Crepe Lena, The Monocle Restaurant, Blue Bottle Coffee, CAVA, Ebenezers Coffeehouse, East Street Cafe, Corner Bakery Cafe, Pret A Manger, local businesses: Union Station, Amtrak, Greyhound: Bus Station, Union Station Metro – 1st Street Exit, Washington Union Station, Union Station, Washington Union Station - Main Entrance, Washington Union Station, Washington Union Station, CitySights DC
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Columbus Circle

Smithsonian's National Postal Museum

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National Guard Memorial Museum

National Japanese American Memorial

Senate Fountain

US Capitol Grounds

DC Fire and EMS Museum

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Open until 12:00 AM
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Smithsonian's National Postal Museum

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The Freedom Bell

The Freedom Bell

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(29)

Open 24 hours
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Lower Senate Park

Lower Senate Park

4.5

(313)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Nearby restaurants of Christopher Columbus Memorial Fountain

Shake Shack Union Station

The Dubliner Restaurant

Crepe Lena

The Monocle Restaurant

Blue Bottle Coffee

CAVA

Ebenezers Coffeehouse

East Street Cafe

Corner Bakery Cafe

Pret A Manger

Shake Shack Union Station

Shake Shack Union Station

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(545)

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Open until 9:30 PM
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The Dubliner Restaurant

The Dubliner Restaurant

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(1.8K)

$$

Open until 2:30 AM
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Crepe Lena

Crepe Lena

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(139)

Open until 9:00 PM
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The Monocle Restaurant

The Monocle Restaurant

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(381)

$$$$

Closed
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Union Station

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Union Station Metro – 1st Street Exit

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Washington Union Station - Main Entrance

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Washington Union Station

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Union Station

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(3.5K)

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Amtrak

Amtrak

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(664)

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Greyhound: Bus Station

Greyhound: Bus Station

3.0

(562)

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Union Station Metro – 1st Street Exit

Union Station Metro – 1st Street Exit

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Robin IrwinRobin Irwin
Did you know a different fountain would have been here? Three days with parades, concerts and fireworks and a gathering tens of thousands of people happened after the unveiling of this sculpture in 1912. The government in 1906 planned a different fountain but after lobbying by a Christian group called the Knight of Columbus, a competition started where the second and third best designers would get $500 each while the first prize would receive $20,000.
Nika NaviNika Navi
There are legends that the fountain once worked and water flowed from it. However, in mid-September, when we visited Washington, there was no water in the fountain. This didn’t spoil the impression of the place, especially after the monumental train station. I also took a couple of photos. I especially like the black-and-white photo of this fountain.
Jimmer WagnerJimmer Wagner
Marvelous and inspiring monument with Union Station in the background and the Capitol back behind. It was enjoyable even on a hot and humid July day with liberal protesters to the side. A nice tribute to the discovery that led to the founding of our remarkable nation.
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Did you know a different fountain would have been here? Three days with parades, concerts and fireworks and a gathering tens of thousands of people happened after the unveiling of this sculpture in 1912. The government in 1906 planned a different fountain but after lobbying by a Christian group called the Knight of Columbus, a competition started where the second and third best designers would get $500 each while the first prize would receive $20,000.
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There are legends that the fountain once worked and water flowed from it. However, in mid-September, when we visited Washington, there was no water in the fountain. This didn’t spoil the impression of the place, especially after the monumental train station. I also took a couple of photos. I especially like the black-and-white photo of this fountain.
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Marvelous and inspiring monument with Union Station in the background and the Capitol back behind. It was enjoyable even on a hot and humid July day with liberal protesters to the side. A nice tribute to the discovery that led to the founding of our remarkable nation.
Jimmer Wagner

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7y

The Columbus Memorial fountain is situated directly in front of Union Station. This marble fountain was constructed in 1912 by Lorado Taft and is dedicated to Portuguese sailer and discoverer of the New World, Christopher Columbus.

The monument is a two basin fountain flanked by resting lions and backed by three flag poles hoisting American Poles. The centre shaft features Christopher Columbus and is topped by a globe.

In the end, it is an interesting memorial and is worth having look if you intend to be at Union Station rail station. However, in a city filled with impressive statues and memorials, this one feels like a low priority unless you have plenty of time in the DC.

Tip: If you like monuments, first make sure you allocate plenty of time for The Mall where you will certainly get...

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Did you know a different fountain would have been here?

Three days with parades, concerts and fireworks and a gathering tens of thousands of people happened after the unveiling of this sculpture in 1912.

The government in 1906 planned a different fountain but after lobbying by a Christian group called the Knight of Columbus, a competition started where the second and third best designers would get $500 each while the first prize would...

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7y

The Columbus Memorial is often overlooked at Union Station, Washington, DC. When it was errected in 1912 to noted the discovery of the New Word.

Christopher Columbus is easy to recognize. Below him respresents the prowl of his ship. The winged woman respresents the the figure Discovery. The man on the right respresents the Old World (Europe) and the man on the right is the New World (native American). The memorial is guarded...

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