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Arlington National Cemetery Invites Audiences to Interact with the Legacy of the United States

A Final Resting Place for Active Duty Military and More

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Functional, Monumentous Monuments, North America, United States

As the final resting place for over 400,000 United States service members and their families, Arlington National Cemetery celebrates the people and events that have shaped the nation. Located right across from Washington, D.C. in Arlington, Virginia, what could have been a simple military cemetery has instead been able to make a monumentous impact across […]

The United States Marine Corps War Memorial Becomes a Monument that Connects People, History and Legacy

Based on an Iconic Photograph

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Monumentous Monuments, North America, Sculpture, United States

Depicting one of the most famous scenes of World War II, the United States Marine Corps War Memorial is dedicated to all Marines who gave their lives in defense of the United States of America. Located within the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington, Virginia, the monument is the main feature of a small complex […]

And So We Endure is a Monument That Defines Longevity on Multiple Levels

Newly Defining a Legacy

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Monumentous Monuments, North America, Sculpture, United States

Utilizing materials that range from stone to steel, monuments are typically built to endure on a generational level. The concrete and granite that define the And So We Endure monument, located in Edmonds, Washington, is similarly designed to stand the test of time. However, the words and symbols that it contains are connected to a […]

This is the Place Monument Defines a Park, Era, Community and More

Resonating Across Space and Time

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Monumentous Monuments, North America, Sculpture, United States

As the historical landmark that is at the figurative and literal heart of This is the Place Heritage Park (Place Park), the This is the Place Monument (Place Monument) has come to define a location of critical importance to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and the wider community. […]

Eagle Gate Defines the Numerous Ways Monuments Can Connect with Audiences

Connected to the Culture and Economy of Salt Lake City

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Attraction, Monumentous Monuments, North America, United States

Situated at the intersection of State Street at South Temple, Eagle Gate has become a prominent landmark in Salt Lake City, Utah. It has changed form and function over the years but the connection it has to the legacy of the area is bolstered by the size and placement of the monument. These elements have […]

The National Monument to the Forefathers is Connected to the Past and Future of Plymouth

Creating a Physical and Cultural Impact

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Attraction, Monumentous Monuments, North America, United States

It’s no coincidence that the National Monument to the Forefathers is located within walking distance of Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts. While the monument is not literally connected to the icon in the way that was originally envisioned, it has been able to augment the legacy of the region while also becoming a notable attraction […]

The Myles Standish Monument Allows Audiences to Experience the Legend and Land that Established America

Celebrating an Ever-Evolving Legacy

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Attraction, Monumentous Monuments, North America, United States

The Myles Standish Monument is connected to the legends and land that would define the United States of America. Located in in Duxbury, Massachusetts, it was built to honor one of the people who defended one of the first British establishments in North America. The monument provides an incredible view of the region and a […]