Richard Morris Hunt Memorial

The Richard Morris Hunt Memorial is a sculpture honoring the influential 19th-century American architect Richard Morris Hunt. Located in Central Park, New York City, it features a bust of Hunt set on a decorative pedestal. The memorial celebrates Hunt’s significant contributions to architecture, including designing iconic buildings like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and many grand private homes. Created by sculptor Karl Gerhardt and unveiled in 1898, the memorial highlights Hunt’s lasting impact on American architecture and his role in shaping New York’s historic landscape.