The Vodnik Monument has cultivated a sense of community directly and indirectly in Ljubljana, Slovakia. The defining feature of the Ljubljana Central Market as well as an icon utilized by businesses in the area, the Vodnik Monument has provided an identity for an area and the entire city in ways that have created opportunity and […]
Created to draw attention to the Basque people and their impact on the United States, the National Monument to the Basque Sheepherder celebrates the history and legacy of the Basque community in Reno, Nevada. It does so in a way that enables connection for this community in the region and beyond. Commemorating the story of […]
The Kol Israel Holocaust Monument is the most notable feature of Zion Memorial Park in Bedford Heights, located just outside of Cleveland, Ohio. The landmark has received international recognition due to its significance and beauty, highlighting what sort of connections monuments can make across culture and community. Founded by Holocaust Survivors Zion Memorial Park was […]
Taking up an entire city block, Root Memorial Square has become an essential element of the downtown community in Houston, Texas. With numerous features that have allowed it to become much more than a simple urban green space, the landmark highlights what sort of impact a monument can create for a community and an entire […]
Located on the waterfront of Hyannis, Massachusetts, the Cape and Islands Korean War Memorial honors the many residents of the surrounding community who fought in the Korean War. The memorial showcases what it can mean for a landmark to connect single individuals and entire regions on multiple levels. Honoring Cape Cod Veterans Created to honor […]
Located on the south shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii, the Waikiki Beach neighborhood has become famous for the incredible beach setting that it provides to both residents and visitors. Amidst the tropical backdrop are a series of monuments that depict people and symbols connected to the history and legacy of the neighborhood and all of […]
The Waialua-Kahuku War Memorial is the most notable feature of Haleiwa Beach Park, located on the north shore of Oahu. The obelisk commemorates veterans of the area who fought in a variety of conflicts, showcasing how memorials can create connections with a community that resonates on multiple levels. Honoring Residents of the Waialae-Kahuku Area Created […]