Both the Integration Statue (the first image) and the Legacy Fountain (the second image) are made of bronze. Bronze was used for the creation of these monuments because it is able to withstand being damaged in natural ways, such as rusting and cracking. The scale of the Integration Statue is much bigger than that of the Legacy Fountain in a portrait view; however, the Legacy Fountain has a wider scale to it when compared to the Integration Statue. The Integration Statue also encompasses more authority due to its large portrait or vertical view and could be seen from a far distance, while the statues in the Legacy Fountain must be seen from a closer distance. Both of the monuments are situated in locations where they have a certain distance …show more content…
The monuments display grandeur through their great beauty and intricate details, which is what intrigues passersby from stopping and admiring these aspects. Even though they are different in scale, both of the monuments display a sense of monumentality that plays a part in catching the attention of viewers. The meanings behind the monuments is how they show permanence; the reason why each monument was built will be permanent in their history because their respective histories represent not only the history of Florida State University, but also how far the university has evolved since its former years. The historical meaning behind the Integration Statue and Legacy Fountain make them both intentional statues. The Integration Statue was created to display the steps that Florida State has made to integrating African American students into the school, and the three African American students who made milestones at the University. The Legacy Fountain was created to show how Florida State had progressed from being a women’s college to a coed university where both women and men were able to receive an …show more content…
The three students are Maxwell Courtney, the first African American to graduate from Florida State, Fred Flowers, the first African American to wear a Florida State sports uniform, and Doby Lee, the first African American homecoming queen. These three individuals faced a lot of hardships and obstacles, even after making their achievements; however, this did not stop them from striving toward their goals, which is why the university thought it was important to commemorate these three individuals. The Legacy Fountain marks the transition of Florida State (previously known as Florida State College for Women) to becoming a coeducational university. This is shown by the six statues: three female statues that reflect the prior population of FSU, and three students on the other side of the fountain, two females and one male, that reflect the current population. The water of the fountain also shows symbolism and is meant for students to be able to reflect on the past, as well as the future. The Integration Statue monument is much larger than the Legacy Fountain monument; however, there are more statues incorporated into the Legacy Fountain monument. In Legacy Fountain there are six statues, while the Integration Statute has three. The Legacy Fountain also incorporates an actual fountain within the monument, which allows the viewers to also
Savage compares the three equestrian statues with the Grant Memorial. Still a major historical figure, a celebrated general, on an equestrian moun, but flanked by soldiers in an animated state of action. Savage argues that the Grant Memorial is a turning point in the American philosophy of the role of a national monument. Where, in the past, monuments such as those to Logan, Scott and Thomas we regarded as works to honor past heroes, the idea was to now have memorials that offered a chance for reflection of the monumental
The Savannah Memorial Park is unwanted by “...the community of Asian businesses and residents nearby…because they think it brings bad luck…”(Source D). The reason for their dislike towards the Savannah Memorial Park is that it is unappealing towards them culturally. In order for a monument to be popular, it needs to pique the interest of the nearby community to prevent feelings of rejection and to assist sentiments of loyalty to the event or person that is being remembered by the
The Head of the Rain God housed at the Dallas Art Museum Introduction Tlaloc was one of the most important gods in Mesoamerica and has maintained an air of significance for archeologist and artist studying Pre- Colombian history. Tlaloc’s importance comes from him being revered as the god of rain, water and fertility for multiple Pre-Colombian communities. For example, the rain god was worshiped atop of Templo Mayor, which was one of the main temples located in the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. The rain god is commonly depicted wearing large circular goggles over his eyes and with fangs protruding from his mouth.
Iowa State University is home to many astounding buildings that have tested the sands of time. As you walk through campus you may see the Old Farmhouse building that houses a great museum or the grand buildings of Beardshear and Curtis halls, but one building that you should direct your attention to rather than just walk by every day, as I had done in the past, to truly understand its history and meaning, is Catt Hall. This building has gone through many decades of change and accomplishment and is one of the most important buildings on campus through its help of Women’s suffrage with Carrie Chapman Catt, changes in departments, and withstanding demolition wishes of its amazing architectural design. Catt Hall is one of the oldest buildings here on
The site and memorial also contribute to New York 's cultural richness, adding to an array of monuments celebrating the city 's immigrant
Civil War Monuments The Confederate monuments from the Civil War in many cities, colleges, and universities are being asked to be taken down. The monuments are causing problems between the U.S. citizens. Many people are protesting and saying that the monuments are a symbol of racism, and symbolism of traitors to the U.S., and are used to show white supremacy. These monuments should be taken down from the public but they should not be destroyed.
Should Cities Be Allowed To Take Down Confederate Statues? What do you think about Confederate Statues? Should cities and governments be allowed to take these statues down? The city of New Orleans had this problem.
Kirk Savage suggests in Source A (Savage), “The public monument speaks to a deep need for attachment that can be met only in a real place, where
For instance, Confederate monuments would allow generations to see that America isn’t “a place reserved for people who still want to spit our country, but rather a place for education that we can learn from the ugly protraction of our history” (Lanktree). Often, we talk about learning from the past so that the same mistakes won’t occur in the future. This specifically can be represented through these monuments; by having a symbol of the past where racism occurred, it serves as a reminder of what discrimination can do when one side is filled with bigotry. Having a place where one can learn about the effects of someone’s wrongdoings can allow today’s people to decide for themselves the future they want to create. Additionally, the author of the article Keep Confederate monuments, but put their horrific history on stage describes how Americans have been “willfully blind” about racial justice and that the statues could be used as reminders of the “catastrophic consequences” (Cose).
Upon approaching the Achilles Statue memorial and the sky is blue with some scattered white clouds in the sky which created a unique background for the memorial. The trees that surrounded the statue and in the park were in full bloom and bright green. The trees were taller than the statue so it made a very pretty backdrop for the dark bronze colored statue that stood tall on several stone platforms. As you approach the statue, you can see the huge Statue of Achilles rests upon four giant square slabs of stone surrounded by a barrier of thick, bulky, tan rope.
The development of modern day architecture is very fascinating. Even though it has a very significant difference to architecture in the past, it still has many similarities. Many famous buildings we have today still show the same basic designs. For example, the Lincoln Memorial is very similar to the Parthenon.
Martin Luther King Jr and other african americans in front of the Civil Rights Movement leaders. Also in front of the Abraham Lincoln statue. Martin Luther King giving his I Have a dream speech in August,28,1963 Ruby Bridges was escorted by the U.S. Marshals. She was the first black child enrolled at Frantz Elementary school.
Howard Roark may be regarded as an unrealistic hero because he possesses too many qualities of an ideal man. He has prefered qualities such as individuality, emotional and mindful intelligence, integrity, moral stature and practicality. It is unrealistic for a man to possess all of these qualities at once. His lack of character flaw also makes him seem surreal. Roark was made as an ideal man, but the ideal is often not able to exist fully in a physical form.
However, these monuments are history and although they may not be suitable for a public place nowadays, they are sure a great piece of history for a museum. These monuments are part of all that is left from a certain period in our history. Even though the Confederate period, for example, is not the period of the United States that many are proud of it still happened and it is still history. These monuments should be saved for the sake of knowing about the past, not for personal gain. Some monuments can stay in public for everyone to see.
The statue shows how passionate americans are for their country and their willingness to accept new immigrants with open arms. But America is not the only country for freedom, but most of the present day world is for freedom. The Statue of Liberty is a “universal sign for freedom” (Source B) People all over the world want to be free and do whatever they please, this is what the Statue of Liberty stands for. And this statue has been encouraging people to do what they love, and be free since “1886, when the Statue started welcoming immigrants” (Source A) into