As the first state-sponsored memorial to African-American veterans of World War I, the Victory Monument has become a hub of activity for the Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois. In being dedicated to all the Black soldiers who died in the war, the monument has become an essential element of the community that connects it to […]
Designed to be a testament to the thousands of African Americans who migrated to Chicago in the early 20th century in search of greater freedom and opportunity, Alison Saar’s Monument to the Great Northern Migration is equal parts celebration and commemoration. Oriented to the north to symbolize the traveler’s destination, the piece is connected to […]
Small sculptures of “Gertie the Duck” and her five hatchlings are some of the most distinctive features along the Milwaukee Riverwalk in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. These pieces were created to celebrate the impact Gertie has had on the entire city of Milwaukee. Doing so has helped to define multiple icons that connect to this legacy while […]
A continuous pedestrian walkway along the Milwaukee River in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Milwaukee Riverwalk has linked the surrounding community in a profound manner. Featuring notable monuments as well as various attractions, the Milwaukee Riverwalk has fulfilled a vision related to connection and engagement in a way that serves the community on multiple levels. Designed […]
Located in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, what is today known as Cathedral Park Square predates the city itself. This connection to the history of Milwaukee and the wider region highlights what’s possible when it comes to the creation of a monument that resonates with audiences and entire communities. Originally Known and Court House Square The first […]
Pere Marquette Park is a 1.9 acre park that sits directly on the Milwaukee River in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Named after the influential French Jesuit missionary and explorer, the park has cultivated an identity that is connected to the history of the entire city, highlighting what it can mean for a monument to bridge the past […]
Located on the east side of Salt Lake City, Utah, This is the Place Heritage Park (Place Park) is a Utah State Park that celebrates important pieces of regional history by creating a variety of experiences for audiences. A collection of multiple monuments and historic locations, Place Park has fulfilled a vision that connects the […]