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The Maryland World War II Memorial Transforms an Underutilized Stretch of Highway into a Timeless Monument

Honoring the 6,454 Marylanders Who Died in World War II

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Located just outside downtown Annapolis, Maryland, the Maryland World War II Memorial is dedicated to all of the people from the area who gave their lives during World War II. Featuring the names of every Marylander who died during the war, the space has transformed what was otherwise an underutilized stretch of highway to enable […]

Constitution Park Transforms an Otherwise Empty Corner of Dover

Connecting the Past and Present of the United States

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Commemorating the ratification of the Constitution of the United States, Constitution Park has transformed what would otherwise be an empty corner of one of the main thoroughfares in Dover, Delaware. Featuring a monument inscribed with the text of the United States Constitution itself, the landmark connects the community with the history of the nation while […]

The Battery Transforms a Space and Legacy for New York City

Monuments that Honor Soldiers, Explorers, Inventors, and Immigrants

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Located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island in New York City, The Battery is a public park that features numerous elements connected to the legacy of the city. This connection is realized directly and indirectly across the space, creating a place for residents and visitors to experience this legacy amidst an urban green space. […]

Morningside Park Transforms a Space to Positively Impact all of New York City

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Stretching 13 blocks through the Harlem and Morningside Heights neighborhood, Morningside Park features everything from playgrounds to walking paths to monuments. Located in the heart of Manhattan in New York City, it highlights what it can mean for a park to trandform a space and positively impact a community. Rock Outcroppings, Sculptures, Exercise Paths and […]

Military Park Transforms a Forgotten Newark Landmark into a Destination

From the Revolution War Era to Modern Time

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Mentioned as the most significant historic park in downtown Newark, New Jersey, Military Park has become a critical gathering space for surrounding businesses, residents, and visitors. After a long history that would see the space fall into disrepair, it has been transformed thanks to an effort by the community to revitalize the park and make […]

Liberty State Park Transforms New Jersey History to Define an American Legacy

Serving as New Jersey's Bicentennial Gift to the Nation

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Providing incredible views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, Liberty State Park has captured the attention of audiences across the United States. Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, the park has numerous features that connect the entire space to the history of the region while also cultivating experiences that resonate with audiences […]

A Monument Helps to Transform Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park

Miami and Martin Luther King Jr.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park is a community park located just outside the city limits of Miami, Florida. Containing open green space and many of the other types of amenities that define most parks, the statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that greets visitors to the park has provided it with an […]