Massachusetts Korean War Memorial, Boston

#281 among attractions in Boston

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The Massachusetts Korean War Memorial is installed in Charlestown, Boston's Charlestown Naval Shipyard Park, within the Boston Navy Yard, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. The 1993 memorial was commissioned by the Massachusetts Korean War Veterans Committee. It features a bronze sculpture of a soldier on a granite base. The memorial was surveyed by the Smithsonian Institution's "Save Outdoor Sculpture!" program in 1997. ()

Coordinates: 42°22'28"N, 71°3'13"W

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Charlestown (Thompson Square - Bunker Hill)Boston United States

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Massachusetts Korean War Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, TD Garden, USS Constitution.

1 miS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
26 min walk • Quincy Market is a historic marketplace in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, that has become a beloved landmark and a bustling hub for locals and tourists alike. Located in the city's downtown area, Quincy Market consists of a main building, Faneuil Hall, flanked by...
1 miS
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
26 min walk • Faneuil Hall, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands not only as a bustling shopping center but also as a site steeped in history. Known as "The Cradle of Liberty," it was built in 1742 and has been an integral part of Boston's social and political life...
0.7 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
TD Garden, Boston
17 min walk • TD Garden stands as a beacon of sports and entertainment in the heart of Boston, United States. This multi-purpose arena, often simply referred to as "The Garden," is the home court for the NBA's Boston Celtics and the NHL's Boston Bruins.
~1080 ftSW
Ship
USS Constitution, Boston
6 min walk • The USS Constitution, berthed in Boston, Massachusetts, is a living testament to American naval history. Launched in 1797, this wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate is the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat.
0.4 miW
Granite obelisk on the Freedom Trail
Bunker Hill Monument, Boston
11 min walk • Rising above the historic city of Boston, the Bunker Hill Monument stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of American patriots during the early stages of the Revolutionary War. This 221-foot granite obelisk, located in the Charlestown neighborhood, marks...
0.9 miS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Haymarket Open-Air Market, Boston
23 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Boston, the Haymarket Open-Air Market is a vibrant and bustling hub of commerce that has been serving the city for centuries. A stone's throw from the Freedom Trail and the iconic Faneuil Hall, Haymarket is a living testament to the...
0.6 miS
Launch point for Paul Revere's ride
Old North Church, Boston
15 min walk • The Old North Church, officially known as Christ Church in the City of Boston, is an enduring emblem of American history, nestled in the heart of Boston's North End. Built in 1723, this historic church is Boston's oldest surviving church building and a pivotal site in...
~710 ftE
Museum, Military museum, Maritime museum
Boston Navy Yard, Boston
4 min walk • Steeped in American naval history, the Boston Navy Yard, also known as the Charlestown Navy Yard, stands as a testament to the nation's maritime past. Located along the historic waterfront of Boston, Massachusetts, this former shipyard is now a prominent museum that...
~520 ftW
Museum, Military museum, Maritime museum
USS Constitution Museum, Boston
3 min walk • The USS Constitution Museum is located in the Charlestown Navy Yard, which is part of the Boston National Historical Park in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The museum is situated near the ship USS Constitution at the end of Boston's Freedom Trail. The museum is housed in a restored shipyard building at the foot of Pier 2.
0.5 miW
Park
John Harvard Mall, Boston
13 min walk • John Harvard Mall is a brick plaza in Boston's Charlestown neighborhood, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.
0.5 miS
Cemetery, Historical place
Copp's Hill Burying Ground, Boston
13 min walk • Copp's Hill Burying Ground is a historic cemetery in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1659, it was originally named "North Burying Ground", and was the city's second cemetery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Massachusetts Korean War Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Charlestown Naval Shipyard Park, Boston (2 min walk), USS Constitution Museum, Boston (3 min walk), USS Cassin Young, Boston (4 min walk), Boston Navy Yard, Boston (4 min walk).

How to get to Massachusetts Korean War Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Massachusetts Korean War Memorial:

Metro

North Station • Lines: Orange (19 min walk)
Maverick • Lines: Blue (21 min walk)

Train

Boston North Station (19 min walk)

Light rail

North Station • Lines: C, E (19 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: C, E (23 min walk)