Created as a tribute to contributors of and for all genres of music, the Music City Walk of Fame has become one of the most notable attractions in Nashville, Tennessee. With Nashville being known as “Music City,” the landmark celebrates a legacy that permeates the region in a way that resonates with both residents and […]
Category: Public Space
War Memorial Plaza Celebrates a Legacy of Community and Sacrifice
War Memorial Plaza features various statues and monuments that commemorate the sacrifices made by residents of Tennessee in numerous conflicts. Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the effort to create a space that would celebrate and honor this legacy has enabled residents and visitors across the eras to better understand these sacrifices in a […]
Public Square in Nashville Becomes a Community Hub
Nashville marked 200 years of city government with the creation of Public Square. This urban oasis in front of the courthouse features a walking path, an observation deck, a big lawn for events and various markers that call out the history of the city, highlighting what it can mean to cultivate engagement in a space […]
Columbus Park Becomes a Hub of Community Connection and Engagement for Brooklyn
Columbus Park is a wide-open downtown plaza that is surrounded by government and historic buildings in Brooklyn, New York. By incorporating numerous monuments and places to engage, the space has become something much more for the community and region. The Christopher Columbus Memorial and More A statue of Christopher Columbus is the most distinctive monument […]
Grand Army Plaza Provides a Means of Identity and Practicality for Brooklyn
Designed to provide a scenic approach into Brooklyn’s Prospect Park, Grand Army Plaza has provided the area with a strong sense of identity that permeates New York City’s most populous borough. Mentioned as one of the borough’s most important gathering points, Grand Army Plaza contains a triumphal arch, distinctive fountain, and numerous monuments that have […]
The Brooklyn Korean War Veterans Plaza Creates a Sense of Community and Connection
Created to honor all who served in the Korean War, the Brooklyn Korean War Veterans Plaza has transformed what would otherwise be an empty or non-descript plaza in Brooklyn, New York. By creating a place for audiences to relax and connect with a legacy of the region, the landmark highlights what it can mean for […]
The Three Crosses Memorial Becomes an Icon of Vilnius
The Three Crosses Memorial can be seen from all across the city of Vilnius in Lithuania. These three white, concrete crosses represent a simple but powerful connection to a local legend that has become a symbol recognized across the region, highlighting what it can mean to see a legacy personified. Connected to a Local Legend […]