The iconic Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Memorial Arch at Grand Army Plaza has reopened following its first major renovation in nearly 50 years.

The $8.9 million project, funded through mayoral allocations, restored the structure’s crumbling roof and repointed its granite facade, removing decades of grime and weather damage.

The work also included refurbishing the arch’s ornate bronze and cast-iron staircases and adding energy-efficient lighting to better showcase its historic details.

The arch, which was originally dedicated in 1892 to honor Brooklynites who died defending the Union in the Civil War, stands as one of New York City’s three triumphal arches.

It was designed by architect John H. Duncan, also known for Grant’s Tomb, and features statuary by Frederick MacMonnies and other notable

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