The experiences that have been enabled at bridges across the world vary a great deal from one to another. From the effort to provide historical, cultural, and human context for the Golden Gate Bridge to the way in which the Tower Bridge connects people to the past and present of London, the experiences that visitors […]
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Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill Defines the Past and Future of Auckland, New Zealand
An Ever-Evolving Legacy
The volcanic peak in Auckland known as both the Maungakiekie and One Tree Hill has influenced the culture and people of Auckland, New Zealand in an incredible manner. Long before the area was known by either name, the Māori people built structures around the hill as an eternal monument to their skill and energy. Today, […]
Rodney Square Becomes the Symbolic Center of Wilmington
From “City Beautiful” to a Symbol of Delaware
Famous squares from around the world host everything from ice rinks to festivals, and with events that include parades, races and marathons, Rodney Square in Wilmington, Delaware, is no different. In become the symbolic center of Wilmington, Rodney Square had been able to provide space and scenery for a wide range of planned and casual […]
The West Side Market Becomes a Monument for Cleveland
Cleveland’s Public Market
The West Side Market is the oldest continuously operating municipally owned market in Cleveland, Ohio, but that history is just part of the reason it has become a key feature on many tours of the city. Located in the Ohio City neighborhood, the Market has turned into an attraction for both residents and tourists that […]
Historic Valley Junction Becomes the Heart and Soul of Iowa
A Legacy of Community Connection
Historical Valley Junction, located just outside of Des Moines, Iowa, is home to over 160 distinctive stores, restaurants, & independent businesses. While other areas with the city and across the country can make similar or even far greater claims, what makes Historical Valley Junction different is a dedicated effort to form an identity that has […]
Honoring the History and Culture of Mexico at the Templo Mayor
Experiencing the Distinct Culture and History of Tenochtitlan
The Templo Mayor (Great Temple) has resided in the central area of what was once the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan and is today Mexico City in Mexico for hundreds of years. It was the focal point of the Aztec religion, and also represents the impact on the culture and region when the Spanish destroyed the city […]
The Landmark Center Becomes an Arts and Culture Center for Minnesota
Incubating a Legacy
The Landmark Center in St.Paul once served as the United States Post Office, Courthouse, and Custom House for the entire state of Minnesota. Today though, it functions as a cultural center for music, dance, theater, exhibitions and public forums while also hosting countless special events in the community. This evolution is indicative of what it […]