Ottawa: Monuments and Statues

Places and attractions in the Monuments and statues category

National War Memorial

7-story arch honoring Canadian war vets The National War Memorial stands as a poignant tribute in the heart of Ottawa, Canada's capital city. Unveiled in 1939, this somber memorial honors the Canadian soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice during conflicts throughout the nation's history.

Peacekeeping Monument

The Peacekeeping Monument in Ottawa, Canada, stands as a poignant tribute to the valiant efforts of Canadian peacekeepers around the world. This memorial, located in the nation's capital, is dedicated to the men and women who have served—and continue to serve—in...

The Secret Bench of Knowledge

The Secret Bench of Knowledge is a sculpture created by Canadian artist Lea Vivot and produced in multiple castings. A prominent one is located at the entrance to the Wellington Street Library and Archives Canada in Ottawa, where it was initially placed in 1989 on the artist's own initiative.

Canadian Tribute to Human Rights

The Canadian Tribute to Human Rights, also known as the Human Rights Monument, is a monumental sculpture located at the corner of Lisgar and Elgin streets in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Canada's Golgotha

Canada's Golgotha is a 32-inch-high bronze sculpture by the British sculptor Francis Derwent Wood, produced in 1918. It illustrates the story of the Crucified Soldier from the First World War and depicts a Canadian soldier crucified on a barn door and surrounded by jeering Germans. It is now on show at the Canadian War Museum.

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