Trump Calls For New 'Colossus Statue' of George Washington In 2032 Plan
Summary
President Donald Trump has asked the Smithsonian to replace a modern sculpture outside the National Museum of American History with a large 30-foot statue of George Washington. He also wants a smaller statue of Washington placed inside the museum before the new one is ready, as part of plans to better honor the first president before the 300th anniversary of his birth in 2032.Key Facts
- President Trump proposed a 30-foot “Washington Colossus” statue to replace the current modern sculpture named “Infinity.”
- He also suggested placing an existing 11-foot bronze statue of Washington inside the museum by Constitution Day, September 17.
- The “Infinity” sculpture, a rotating abstract work, was installed in 1967 and was the first modern abstract sculpture commissioned by the U.S. government for a public building.
- Trump made these requests via posts on his social media platform, Truth Social.
- Trump signed an executive order in March 2025 to remove what his administration called “improper ideology” from Smithsonian exhibits.
- The Smithsonian is overseen by a Board of Regents, including Vice President JD Vance and Chief Justice John Roberts, and is independent from the executive branch.
- Trump considers George Washington America’s greatest hero and criticized the museum for not giving enough attention to Washington and other Founding Fathers during the 250th anniversary celebrations.
- The smaller bronze statue was shown during an IndyCar race near the National Mall as part of the United States’ 250th birthday events.
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