Located on a street corner in Tallahassee, Florida, the Civil Rights Heritage Walk has transformed what would otherwise be a plain sidewalk into a monument that tells the story of an essential element of the history of the city. In doing so, it highlights what it can look like to create a monument in an […]
Category: North America
The Astoria Column Celebrates the History and Legacy of the West
Astoria, Oregon is known as both a gateway and hub to residents and visitors. That reputation has given further prominence to the Astoria Column, which embraces the history of the area while also providing numerous experiences that attract audiences of all types. This combination has enabled it to become a landmark that has come to […]
The Lewis and Clark Expedition Enables a Powerful Identity for Northwest Oregon
The Lewis and Clark Expedition was a seminal monument in American history, providing incredible information about the newly acquired western portion of the country. This significance is celebrated in multiple ways across northwest Oregon, highlighting what it can mean for history to enable a powerful identity for an entire region. The End of the Trail […]
The Biloxi Lighthouse Becomes an Icon and Symbol for a Mississippi Community
Located in Biloxi, Mississippi, the Bilox Lighthouse has come to define the city in multiple ways over the decades. Surviving multiple wars and natural disasters, the monument has become a signature icon of Biloxi as well as a symbol of the city’s resolve and resilience, highlighting what it can mean for a monument to both […]
The Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial Becomes a Living Legacy
The Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located in Ocean City, Mississippi, contains the names and pictures of soldiers from Mississippi who were killed in the Vietnam War. The site features numerous other displays that commemorate the sacrifices made by Mississippians during other wars and conflicts, allowing audiences to engage with the space and the history it […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Vicksburg, Mississippi
There are numerous notable monuments located throughout Vicksburg, Mississippi. The largest is undoubtedly the Self-Guided Driving Tour at Vicksburg National Military Park, but the Vicksburg Riverfront Murals and Catfish Row Children’s Art Park are also especially notable. However, these monuments are just a few of the obscure and outstanding monuments that are spread across the […]
Experiencing the Self-Guided Driving Tour at Vicksburg National Military Park
Over 1,300 plaques, markers and memorials have made Vicksburg Military Park one of the largest collections of outdoor sculpture in the world. Dedicated to one of the major battles of the American Civil War, the Self-Guided Driving Tour of the park allows visitors to experience the history that it honors and preserves via set driving […]