Barry Goldwater was a nationally recognized politician during his lifetime whose influence can still be felt throughout his home state of Arizona. The Barry Goldwater Memorial, located in Paradise Valley outside of Phoenix in Arizona, recognizes this impact in a way that enables audiences to connect with his legacy while also defining what might otherwise […]
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Modern Monuments: Bliss Dance by Marco Cochrane Transforms and Defines the West Side of the Las Vegas Strip
Constructed out of steel rod and tubing utilizing two layers of geodesic triangles
Bliss Dance, by Marco Cochrane, dominates the space it’s located on multiple levels. Over forty feet tall, it depicts a woman dancing, eyes closed, expressing her joy, her energy and herself. Located in Las Vegas out of MGM Resorts International, the piece has helped define The Park, which is an outdoor dining and entertainment district […]
Pershing Park is Transformed to Incorporate the National World War I Memorial
Building on a Legacy to Define the National World War I Memorial
Located just to the east of the White House in Washington D.C., Pershing Park has provided residents and visitors with a green oasis amidst the urban sprawl of the United States’ capital ever since it was created. The space has honored a World War I hero even before it was a park but it has […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Washington D.C.
The Gift of Friendship, John Paul Jones Memorial, Albert Einstein Memorial and more
Originally called the Federal City on account of how it was intended to be the capital city of the United States of America, Washington D.C. has been a hub of economic and cultural activity for the entire country from the very beginning. That’s part of the reason that creating space throughout the city to honor […]
The Jefferson Memorial Connects the Past with the Future of the United States
An Evolving Legacy
Dedicated to the third U.S. president and the author of the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, the Jefferson Memorial honors the legacy of Thomas Jefferson in obvious and subtle ways. Located on the National Mall’s Tidal Basin Washington D.C., the memorial is an incredible example of what it can mean for a landmark […]
Union Square Provides an Identity for the United States Capitol
A Three-part Sculptural Group
Although rarely referred to as such, Union Square has provided a powerful identity for the eastern edge of the National Mall around the United States Capitol Building in Washington D.C. This 11-acre public plaza at the foot of Capitol Hill contains numerous landmarks that have come to define an identity. It’s one that means a […]
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Allows Audiences to Experience an Entire Era of American History
Experiencing American History
Dedicated to the President of the United States during World War II, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial in Washington D.C. allows audiences to see and experience the entire era he represents. Using elements of stone, water, and distinctive landscaping, the memorial defines the space in a way that takes visitors through the story of America […]