Christopher Columbus Park - statue and controversy used in social-media memes

Christopher Columbus Park on the North End waterfront contains a Christopher Columbus monument and has been the focus of public debate and protest, especially during discussions about historical monuments. Photographs of the park, its statue, and demonstrations there have been circulated and captioned in social-media posts and memes addressing monument removal, historical interpretation, and civic protest. The site’s visibility near downtown Boston contributes to its frequent appearance in online commentary and imagery.