Mentioned as one of the architectural jewels in the heart of Brussels, Petit Sablon Square is a small garden that is filled with sculptures from some of the most notable Belgian artists of the 19th century. Imagining a new identity for what was otherwise just another bland urban development in the capital of Belgium has […]
Mounted on a plaza near a major intersection in downtown Portland, Maine, “The Maine Lobsterman” sculpture defined what had become known as Lobsterman Park. This identity was further cultivated when the space was renamed John E. Menario Plaza, highlighting what it can mean for a legacy to evolve in ways that are meaningful across audiences […]
A statue of Peter the Great defines a section of the Kloosterstraat, which is one of the most popular streets in Antwerp, Belgium. Providing audiences with a sense of history as well as an identity that makes it distinct in the city and region, the Monument to Peter the Great is an incredible example of […]
The Statue of Duke Kahanamoku, one of the most important figures in the history of surfing, literally welcomes people to Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii. The landmark has become an icon of the area that embraces a Hawaiian legacy that can be seen and felt all across the world. Commemorating the Father of International Surfing […]
As the oldest park in Amsterdam, Wertheimpark is connected to the history and legacy of the entire city on multiple levels. Featuring a variety of monuments that further showcase this history and legacy, it showcases the many different ways that a space can cultivate a connection with audiences across the eras. The Oldest Park in […]
One of the top attractions in Oosterpark, the National Slavery Monument commemorates the abolition of slavery in the Dutch Kingdom. The monument allows audiences to truly experience a formative piece of history that has impacted countless individuals and an entire country, creating engagement that resonates on multiple levels. The History and End of Slavery in […]
‘The Scream’ (De Schreeuw in Dutch) is a memorial sculpture to Dutch film-maker Theo van Gogh located in Oosterpark (Eastern Park), which is one of the most popular parks in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Created by Jeroen Henneman, the piece is equal parts memorial and attraction, highlighting what it can mean for a monument to honor […]