Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) Monument
Monument to Tadeusz Kościuszko in Washington
An equestrian statue commemorates Tadeusz Kościuszko in Washington, D.C.; it interests visitors tracing Revolutionary War history and the capital's public sculptures.
Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) at a Glance#
Address: Near 18th St NW & Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C. (check local maps)
Hours: Public outdoor access
Admission: Free to view (outdoor sculpture)
How to Get to Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)#
Located in northwest Washington, D.C., near Massachusetts Avenue and Scott Circle area; accessible by Metro (Dupont Circle or Farragut North/Central) and local bus routes.
Tips for Visiting Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)#
- The Kościuszko statue sits within a small park area - pair the visit with the nearby Polish-American cultural sites in D.C.
- Avoid midday glare for best photographs; early morning or late afternoon light is more flattering.
- Read nearby plaques for historical context about Kościuszko's role in both American and Polish independence.
Best Time to Visit Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)#
Milder months are most comfortable; winter visits are quieter but colder.
Weather & Climate near Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)#
Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)'s climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1053 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -4° - 6° | -3° | 79 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -2° - 8° | 0° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 13° | 5° | 92 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 79 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 12° - 25° | 18° | 105 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 17° - 29° | 23° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 31° | 26° | 101 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 30° | 25° | 96 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 27° | 21° | 95 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 21° | 15° | 83 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 15° | 7° | 84 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 9° | 1° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
