Located in Seward, Alaska, the Benny Benson Memorial is dedicated to the designer of the Alaska state flag. One of the most powerful and recognizable icons in the state, the monument celebrates the story of the creation of the design and the person who created it, while also allowing visitors to engage with each in […]
Author: The Monumentous
Anchorage Veterans Memorial at Delaney Park Becomes a Place of Reflection and Connection
Located in Anchorage, Alaska, the Anchorage Veterans Memorial at Delaney Park is a collection of monuments and markers that honor the service and sacrifice of so many Alaska citizens. This effort has enabled the landmark to become an active part of the community, ensuring audiences of all types can engage with the space and the […]
The Eisenhower Statehood Monument Celebrates a Piece of History
Commemorating Alaska’s admission to the United States, the Eisenhower Statehood Monument represents and celebrates an essential element of the history of Alaska. Located just outside of downtown Anchorage, Alaska, the monument creates multiple experiences for visitors, highlighting what it can mean to engage both residents and visitors. Admitted to the Union as the 49TH State […]
The Salty Dog Saloon Defines the Identity of an Alaskan Community
Built in 1897, what is now the Salt Dog Saloon was one of the first structures erected in Homer, Alaska. This legacy has helped to define the modern identity of the entire community, highlighting what it can mean for what might otherwise just be a local business to instead become something that directly and indirectly […]
Ted Stevens Statue Enables Engagement with the History and Legacy of Alaska
On display in one of the concourses of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska, the Ted Stevens Statue allows visitors to engage with the legacy of one of the region’s most impactful politicians. Doing so has provided residents and visitors with a means of connection to this legacy in a way that […]
The William H. Seward Monument Enables Experiences for Residents and Visitors
The William H. Seward Monument is a small but prominent feature in Seward, Alaska. Honoring the person who helped enable the modern community as well as the entire state, the piece highlights what it can mean for a monument to enables connection with individuals, for entire communities and across eras. “A Generation to Find Out” […]
Modern Monuments: “Circle Hook” Becomes a New Landmark for Homer
Created in 2015, “Circle Hook” has been referred to as a “new landmark” for the city of Homer, Alaska. The sculpture is in the form of a Halibut hook, directly connecting to the culture and economy that defines the city of Homer “the halibut capital of the world.” However, that is just part of the […]