The Hannah Duston Memorial is a 35-foot statue in Boscawen, New Hampshire, that commemorates the legacy of Hannah Duston. Built on the very spot where her legend was born, the monument has come to represent a complicated legacy related to several eras of American history, highlighting the power that monuments can represent to various people […]
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Eagle Square Personifies the Community Spirit of Concord
Designed to be a community gathering spot, Eagle Square in downtown Concord, New Hampshire, has become a place where visitors can sit and relax as easily as they can go shopping, all while enjoying the natural and constructed wonders of New Hampshire. This combination has enabled the entire community to use the space in a […]
Bicentennial Square Fulfills a Vision for Downtown Concord
Being purposefully located in the central business district has allowed Bicentennial Square to become a hub of activity in the downtown area of Concord, New Hampshire. This location along with the distinct landmarks and monuments it contains have enabled residents to use it as a place to take a break while visitors can stop by […]
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park Preserves the Artistic History Associated with the American Renaissance
Preserving the home, gardens, and studios of the famous sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, visitors can contextualize an important American era at the Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park in Cornish, New Hampshire. The history and artistic genius that is associated with one of the most prolific sculptors of the 19th century can be experienced via numerous features all […]
Memorial Arch of Tilton Defines the Legacy of a Family and City
Overlooking the town of Tilton, New Hampshire, the Memorial Arch of Tilton was one of numerous monuments built by Charles E. Tilton. Inspired by a legendary monument, the arch was designed to serve as a final resting place for Tilton but also attract the attention of everyone in the vicinity. The endeavor has allowed the […]
Tilton Island Park Utilizes Monuments and Nature to Engage a New Hampshire Community
Tilton Island Park is located on an island in the Winnipesaukee River just east of downtown Tilton, New Hampshire. Featuring a historic foot bridge and numerous monuments that are set amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of New Hampshire, the park illustrates what’s possible when spaces are connected to a community on multiple levels. Manufactured Monuments […]
Experiencing the Legacy of Abraham Lincoln Along the Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk
Created to be an experience that reflects the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk is a collection of sculptures that are all connected to the 16th President of the United States. Located along the Connecticut River in Hartford, Connecticut, the Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk has been able to cultivate a […]