Highbridge Doughboy

Public art often slips into the background of daily life, becoming part of the neighborhood’s visual rhythm. In the Bronx, one of those quiet landmarks is the Highbridge Doughboy, a sculpture that honors local history without demanding attention. It stands where Jerome Avenue meets East 161st Street, inside Macombs Dam Park—a spot where joggers, dog walkers, and weekend soccer games create a steady hum of activity.

Visitors passing through the area might not realize the significance tucked between the park’s trees and ball fields. The Doughboy isn’t just a statue; it’s a tribute to the soldiers from the surrounding community who served in World War I. The address—Macombs Dam Park, Jerome Avenue & E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10452—places it near the border of Highbridge and Concourse, two neighborhoods where public art feels less like an exhibit and more like part of the landscape.

If you’re planning a visit, directions can be found on the map. For details about the sculpture’s history or park access, call (212) 639-9675. It’s the kind of place you stumble upon while heading somewhere else—then end up lingering a little longer than expected.