The Great Irish Famine that took place in the 19th century was a seminal event for cities and entire countries, impacting the makeup of communities all over the world. That history is both commemorated and venerated in the Boston Irish Famine Memorial in Boston, Massachusetts. Visited by more than 3 million people per year, it […]
Category: Monumentous Memorials
The War Memorial of Korea Showcase a Collection of Memorials and Monuments
The War Memorial of Korea was opened on the former site of the Army headquarters to exhibit and memorialize the military history of Korea. Featuring various monuments and landmarks that recognize the impact of the Korean War on the past and in the present, it highlights a real connection to the goal of a peaceful […]
The Katsu Goto Memorial Provides a Simple but Powerful Landmark for a Community
The heart of Honokaa Town on the island of Hawaiʻi (aka the Big Island) features various historic buildings and establishments like the historic Honokaʻa People’s Theatre that connect to the origin of the town in the law 19th century. The Katsu Goto Memorial highlights this connection in a powerful way, creating a natural link with […]
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 Nevada State Veterans Memorial Showcases How to Enable Connection and Engagement
Designed to honor the spirit and memories of those who fought for the United States, the Nevada State Veterans Memorial connects the past of the nation with present audiences in Las Vegas, Nevada. By depicting the people who fought in various conflicts, the monument provides an incredible example of what it can mean to enable […]
Veterans Memorial Plaza Creates a Place of Honor and Tribute in San Antonio
Located in downtown San Antonio, Veterans Memorial Plaza was created to provide a place of honor that would allow visitors to pay tribute to veterans and those that didn’t return from the battlefield. Home to numerous individual war memorials, the plaza showcases what it can mean to create connections between audiences in the past and […]
The USS Oklahoma Memorial Individually Honors the Crew Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
Various memorials commemorate the history and sacrifices associated with the Attach on Pearl Harbor across the location on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. However, few honor the individuals who lost their lives in the attack itself like the USS Oklahoma Memorial. The connections it makes with the people who lost their lives on the […]