Serving as the state of Pennsylvania’s Medal of Honor Memorial, Soldier’s Grove has become the most significant memorial in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This four-acre setup was set aside in 1785 through the original town plan for the hoped-for establishment of Harrisburg as the state capital, showcasing how a memorial can impact the past, present and future […]
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Modern Monuments: “Crystal” by Roy Gustow Provides an Identity to Menaker Plaza and for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King City Government Center in Harrisburg
Named after the civil rights leader, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King City Government Center has become an important element of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The building represents the third generation of development to occupy this site, showcasing what it can mean for a landmark to transform a space and provide a means of identity for a […]
Old City Hall in Harrisburg Transforms a Piece of City History
Old City Hall Apartments represent an important transformation of a historic building located in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. A piece of history that might otherwise have been lost or destroyed has instead become an important part of the present and future of the city and community. Technical High School & Old City Hall The oldest public […]
Capitol Park Celebrates the Legacy of the Region Across the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex
The Pennsylvania Capitol Grounds, officially known as Capitol Park, have a direct connection to the people and events that would come to define the state of Pennsylvania and the capital city of Harrisburg. Featuring a variety of monuments and landmarks, Capitol Park has created experiences for both residents and visitors that allow them to experience […]
A Gathering at the Crossroads Embodies the Legacy of a Community and Movement
A Gathering at the Crossroads is a sculpture series that celebrates the anniversaries of the 15th and 19th amendments, which respectively provided African-Americans and women the right to vote. It also represents a neighborhood that previously resided in what is today the grounds of the State Capital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. In doing so, the piece […]