Recognized as one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, Christ the Redeemer is a monumental landmark that has come to define the skyline and culture of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located at the peak of a mountain that can be seen across the city, the monument’s influence on the culture and identity of […]
Category: Monumentous Monuments
The San Jacinto Monument Represents the Legacy and Identity of Texas
Honoring all of the people who fought and died for Texas’s independence, the San Jacinto Monument is the world’s tallest war memorial. Residing just outside of Houston, Texas, the monument is equal parts tribute and inspiration, allowing viewers to experience the history, culture and grandness that define the community and larger region. Honoring Revolutionary Texas […]
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 Prison Ship Martyrs Memorial Celebrates a Legacy for Fort Greene Park
Serving as both a memorial and tomb for thousands of people who lost their lives in the American Revolutionary War, the Prison Ship Martyrs Memorial is a granite column that is the most notable aspect of Fort Greene Park in Brooklyn, New York. By serving as both an active attraction as well as an actual […]
The Oklahoma City National Memorial Enables Powerful Experiences for Audiences
The Oklahoma City bombing changed the lives of countless individuals, numerous communities, and an entire nation. Created to commemorate this tragedy but also allow audiences to uniquely experience its impact, the Oklahoma City National Memorial is located in the literal footprint of the event in downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The numerous landmarks that it contains […]
The Pilgrim Monument Becomes an Icon Connected to the Legacy of Provincetown and the United States
The tallest all-granite structure in the United States, the Pilgrim Monument is one of the most significant monuments in the country. Created to commemorate the Mayflower Pilgrims’ first landing in the New World, this monumentous monument is a testament to the power of landmarks to connect the legacy of an entire country in a way […]
The Many Monuments of Vigeland Sculpture Park Define the Most Significant Attraction in Oslo
The largest sculpture park by a single artist in the world, Vigeland Sculpture Park has become the most notable monument in Oslo, Norway. Featuring over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze and wrought iron, Vigeland Sculpture Park creates experiences on every level for audiences by enabling them to connect with themes that transcend eras and cultures. […]