Manhattan ValleyHistorical Landmark
Samuel J. Tilden Monument Historical Landmark in Manhattan Valley
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Cultural, inspiring · best in the afternoon · good for small groups
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The Samuel J. Tilden Monument is a bronze statue of the lawyer and public servant Samuel Jones Tilden, sculpted by William Ordway Partridge and standing on a pedestal beside Riverside Drive. The figure shows Tilden in a solemn pose with one hand on a copy of the United States Constitution, and it is set on a terrace of river stone framed by granite benches.
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- Vibe
- Cultural, Inspiring, Quiet
- Perfect for
- Solo, Family
- Best times
- Afternoon
- Group size
- Solo, Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6)
- Insider tip
- Visit the monument at Riverside Drive and West 112th Street to view the pedestal inscription 'I trust the people' which references Tilden's disputed 1876 presidential election loss
The details at Samuel J. Tilden Monument
- Setting
- Indoors
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Good to know about Samuel J. Tilden Monument
Samuel J. Tilden Monument is at 400 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10025, in Manhattan Valley, Manhattan.
Open 24 hours. In short, it's open around the clock.
You can call Samuel J. Tilden Monument at (212) 639-9675.
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