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How to Make Money and Create Community with Monuments - Volume 1

The Harris County War Memorial Celebrates Sacrifices Across the Eras

Defining the Legacy of a Texas Community

An essential feature of Bear Creek Pioneers Park, the Harris County War Memorial honors Harris Country veterans of numerous wars. Located just outside of Houston, Texas, the memorial is defined by a series of markers that are equal parts commemoration and celebration of the sacrifices made by members of the community. Honoring All Harris County […]

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Smither Park Celebrates the Imagination of Individuals and an Entire Community

An Imaginative Spirit Defining a Community

Created by the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art, Smither Park is one of the most unique attractions in Houston, Texas. Covered in mosaics that more than 300 artists have created, Smither Park celebrates the imagination of these individuals while connecting to a spirit that permeates the entire Houston community. The Imaginative Spirit of Self-Taught […]

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The Vail Logo Becomes a Means of Identity for Both Residents and Visitors

Products, Structures and More

A stylized “V” logo is on display all across the ski town of Vail, Colorado. This trademarked icon is utilized in countless ways as part of numerous structures and stores, becoming a means of identity for the entire community as well as a powerful source of revenue for stakeholders. This traction underscores the opportunities that […]

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Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial Park Defines a Colorado Community

What it means to utilize a space and a legacy

Dedicated to the men and women who served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America during the Vietnam War, Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial Park has become an important landmark in Fruita, Colorado. The monument has come to provide a sense of connection for both residents and visitors, defining a place in […]

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Monumentous Potential: The Steve Canyon Statue

Possessing the potential to be showcased in a wholly new way

Dedicated to all airmen who wore the uniform of the Armed Forces of the United States in time of conflict, the Steve Canyon Statue is othe most notable attraction in Idaho Spring, Colorado. The piece depicts the fictional character of Canyon, who represents an ideal that the city came to embrace in multiple ways. However, […]

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The Evolution of the Pioneer Monument Showcases How Landmarks Can Change to Reflect a Community

The Evolution of History and Legacy

A fountain and sculpture that was erected in the early 20th century, the Pioneer Monument is an essential landmark in Denver, Colorado. Connected to the culture that defined the early days of the city, the piece has changed in appearance several times and is set to further evolve on multiple levels, highlighting how monuments can […]

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The Colorado Veterans Monument Becomes an Essential Element of the Denver Community

A Special Place in the Heart of Colorado

Part of the Capitol Complex in Denver, Colorado, the Colorado Veterans Monument prominently honors American veterans of World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. With plenty of space for the community to gather and for visitors to reflect, the memorial highlights what it can mean to enable connection across […]

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