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Modern Monuments: Tilghman Hemsley Celebrates Local Lives and Legacies with Maryland’s Waterman Monument

Capturing the heart and soul of the feeling of watermen

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Modern Monuments, North America, Sculpture, United States

Dedicated to all of the Maryland natives who died fishing on the waters that define the state’s coastline, Maryland’s Watermen Monument depicts two large bronze statues standing in a bronze boat in the process of harvesting their catch. Created by local artist Tilghman Hemsley, the sculpture honors the commercial fisherman (known in the region as […]

The Delaware Continentals Monument Commemorates a Piece of American History

A Call to Arms for the American Revolution

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Monumentous History

Dedicated to the memorial of the American Revolutionary War patriots from Delaware who fought and died in the defense and protection of American Liberty, the Delaware Continentals monument commemorates an essential element of United States history. Residing in front of Legislative Hall at the Delaware state Capitol in Dover, the monument honors the contributions of […]

The New Jersey Korean War Veterans Memorial is Equal Parts Pride and Legacy

Honoring the Victims and Veterans of the Korean War

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Attraction, Monumentous Memorials, North America, United States

Located along the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the New Jersey Korean War Memorial remembers and honors all of the people from New Jersey who served in the conflict. Designed to showcase the pride, dedication and legacy of all those who served, the monument connects audiences to people and conflict in a way that […]

The 9/11 Memorial & Museum Allows Audience to Explore and Commemorate a Defining Event for New York City

A Memorial in the Footprints of the Twin Towers

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Monumentous Memorials, North America, Public Space, United States

Consisting of an 8-acre park that features two reflecting pools set in the footprints of the Twin Towers as well as an underground museum, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum has become the most notable memorial in New York City. Memorializing one of the most formative events in the history of the United States, the landmark […]

The Oculus Becomes an Architectural and Inspirational Icon for New York City

Transforming the World Trade Center station

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Functional, Monumentous Monuments, North America, United States

Serving over a million people every week, the Oculus station house is home to 12 subway lines and the World Trade Center Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) station in New York City. As one of the largest transportation hubs in the city, the location would always be a popular one, making the effort to transform it […]

Liberty Park Celebrates the Legacy of New York City

Created in the Aftermath of 9/11

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Monumentous Legacy, North America, Park, United States

Overlooking the World Trade Center in New York City, Liberty Park is intrinsically connected to one of the most defining moments for the city and the United States. By being so closely tied to the legacy of New York City, Liberty Park highlights what it can mean for a landmark to define a space in […]

The Ronald Reagan Equestrian Monument Fulfills a Vision of Engagement for Tropical Park

An Invitation to the Equestrian Center and More

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Monumentous Vision, North America, Sculpture, United States

Designed to pay tribute to President Ronald Reagan’s political career and his personal passion, the Ronald Reagan Equestrian Monument has come to define Tropical Park in Miami, Florida. By connecting to the original vision for the park and site, the monument highlights how many different ways a landmark can connect with audiences to cultivate activity […]