Appearing on everything from street signs to police cars to official documents, the Montreal Logo can be found everywhere and on everything across the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In becoming an icon that residents can embrace and visitors can engage with, the symbol highlights what it can mean to cultivate a sense of place […]
The Edward VII Monument dominates and defines Phillips Square in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This large and allegorical landmark is connected to the history and ideals that defined the nation at the time which carry through to the modern day, enabling audiences to engage with the past and present of the community on a profound level. Marking […]
Brother Andre is one of the most significant figures of the Catholic faith and the founder of one of the largest churches in the world, all of which is distinctly recognized by the Statue of Brother Andre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Providing an identity to an otherwise empty plaza, the statue serves as equal parts […]
Recognized as one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, Christ the Redeemer is a monumental landmark that has come to define the skyline and culture of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located at the peak of a mountain that can be seen across the city, the monument’s influence on the culture and identity of […]
While not nearly as tall or large as some of the famous landmarks in the city, the Flame Monument is nonetheless inherently linked to the culture of Dubai and with the history of the entire nation of the United Arab Emirates. This simple but powerful landmark showcases what it can mean for a monument to […]
Port Townsend, Washington, is located at the northeast tip of the Olympic Peninsula and has a history that stretches back to the late 19th century. While the Port Townsend Historic District is a U.S. National Historic Landmark District, the Haller Fountain might represent an even more important piece of history for the community, connecting the […]
Located just outside the state capitol building in Olympia, Washington, the Winged Victory Monument commemorates the sacrifices made by the citizens of Washington in World War I and has become an important icon of the modern community. The connection of the past to the present in a space that would otherwise be just another traffic […]