national monuments

Panoramas, cross sections, and diagrams provide a detailed portrayal of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, one of the nineteenth century's greatest engineering feats.

Tells the stories behind nearly thirty places, objects, documents, holidays, and other symbols of importance to America, including Plymouth Rock, the Liberty Bell, the Pledge of Allegiance, and Memorial Day.

Describes the historical significance and recent restoration of Ellis Island, which served as a point of entrance for millions of immigrants to the United States.

Examines the history, purposes, design, and impact of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Relates the conception and execution of the giant monument to four American Presidents carved upon Mount Rushmore.

Describes Bartholdi's conception of the Statue of Liberty, its construction in France, its erection in New York Harbor, and the poem "the New Colossus.".