Post Office Dept Bldg: Spirit of Civilization & Progress tympanum in Washington, D.C. by Adolph Alexander Weinman

tympanum

The Spirit of Civilization & Progress tympanum is a limestone relief by Adolph Alexander Weinman on the Post Office Department Building in Washington, D.C. It represents themes of civilization and progress and is situated in the Federal Triangle area. The artwork is part of the city's rich collection of public sculptures and is accessible near the Federal Triangle Metro station.