Hall of Fame Statues for Great Americans
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The Hall of Fame for Great
Americans
The Hall of Fame for Great
Americans is one of the most historically
significant landmarks in New York.
It was founded in 1900 in
honor of Americans who have impacted and
influenced the nation’s history.
The Hall of Fame can be found at the Bronx
Community College. It was designed as part
of the undergraduate college of New York
University, and was originated by the 1891
to 1910 Chancellor of
the same university, Dr.
Henry Mitchell MacCracken.
The Hall of Fame was
designed by famous architect Stanford White
and financed by a donation made
by Mrs. Finley Shepard,
a.k.s. Helen Gould, to the New York
University. On May 30, 1901, the Hall of
Fame was formally dedicated.
The semi-circular structure is built in the
Neoclassical style of architecture. It has
wings on both ends, and it provides a
fantastic view of the Harlem River, the
Cloisters in Fort Tryon Park and the
Palisades. The landmark symbolizes the
ingenuity, vitality and intellect of the
American individuals who have
pushed the nation towards
greatness.
The Colonnade is the Hall of Fame’s most
prominent feature. The 630-foot al fresco
structure is
home to the bronze busts of
the honorees including Alexander Graham
Bell, Eli Whitney and
George Westinghouse.
