The City of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is surrounded by forest, mountains and has become known for water sports on Lake Coeur d’Alene. While there are numerous ways to experience the wonders of the natural surroundings of the area, a commitment to enhancing the growth of industry and commerce for the city have led to the […]
Author: The Monumentous
Garnet Ghost Town is a Monument to the History and Legacy of Montana
Not far from Missoula and the modern day attractions of the second largest city in Montana resides a monument with a history that stretches back to the late 1800s. The Garnet Ghost Town not only provides visitors with a glimpse into the past, but also celebrates a legacy that has enabled a tremendous impact on […]
A Montana Community Comes Together to Build and Support A Carousel for Missoula
A spirit of giving on the part of individuals and an entire community is behind the effort to build A Carousel for Missoula. It’s a volunteer-built amusement park ride located in Caras Park in downtown Missoula, Montana. The Carousel has been able to provide the city with a unique attraction that pulls in an audience […]
The Natural and Constructed Monuments of Central Park Create a Legacy of Experiences
As one of the most visited urban parks in the United States, Central Park has been able to establish a legacy that few other public spaces can match. Covering 843 acres in the middle of Manhattan in New York City, Central Park is not even the biggest urban park in the city, much less the […]
Celebrating the History of Lewiston, Idaho on the Public Art Walk
The Public Art Walk through beautiful downtown Lewiston, Idaho, celebrates the history of the region in a variety of ways. Whether that’s with functional benches or an interactive fountain or a mural that literally shows the past and present of the city, visitors can get a real sense of the identity of the area thanks […]
Experiencing the Timeless Wonder of the Looff Carousel on the Spokane Heritage Walk
The Heritage Walk in downtown Spokane, Washington features numerous paths and attractions that highlight the history of the city and culture of the region. The Heritage Walks for both East and West Spokane show off a variety of the buildings, statues and churches that have made the area what it is, but the Looff Carousel […]
The Elizabethton Covered Bridge Connects the Past and Present of the Carter County Community
The bridge over the Doe River in Elizabethton, Tennessee might seem unremarkable at first glance, seeing as how it does little more than connect 3rd Street and Hattie Avenue and only allows pedestrian traffic to cross it. However, the marker placed on it by the Tennessee Historical Commission is just a hint at the significance […]