Children’s Memorial Hospital, founded in 1882, is a not-for-profit children’s general hospital in Chicago. It has over 1,000 pediatric specialists, is licensed for over 250 beds, and offers inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has a pediatric residency program. The Children’s Memorial Research Center is housed within the […]
The Pentagon, headquarters of the US Department of Defense, was attacked by terrorists on September 11, 2001. American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the building, killing 125 people. The Pentagon Memorial, costing $22 million, was unveiled seven years later, featuring 184 benches with names of the victims, organized by age and date of birth. The […]
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington DC honors police and law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, including those killed by Billy the Kid and Lee Harvey Oswald. Designed by Davis Buckley Architects, new names are added every May during National Police Week. The Memorial is open 24/7 and free […]
The USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor is a military cemetery and memorial site for the sailors who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor. The USS Arizona, one of the deadliest sites in the attack, remains underwater with over 1,100 sailors buried there. Visitors can explore the memorial, which has a large marble wall […]
The Ground Zero Memorial in New York City honors the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The memorial features bronze plaques with the names of the victims arranged by group, surrounding two square pools symbolizing endless tears. It also pays tribute to the first responders who rushed to the scene. The Ground Zero […]
The Iwo Jima Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, is dedicated to all US Marines who have died in service since independence. The statue is based on a photo taken during the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945, and was designed by Felix De Weldon. The statue is made up of several individual pieces that were assembled […]
The USS Missouri Memorial is a museum commemorating the ship’s role in World War II and the location where Japan surrendered. It is part of a larger monument to celebrate the attack on Pearl Harbor, which includes other memorials such as the USS Arizona Memorial. Admission to the USS Missouri Memorial costs $20 for adults […]
Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Kansas was ranked one of the best US hospitals in 2011. The hospital began as a small municipal hospital in 1921 and has undergone many renovations and expansions. The hospital offers community outreach programs and various medical services, including emergency care and cancer care. Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Lawrence, Kansas, also […]
The Jefferson National Expansion Memorial in St. Louis, USA, features the Gateway Arch, Old Courthouse, and Museum of Westward Expansion. It commemorates Thomas Jefferson’s efforts to expand the western US and honors pioneers, Native Americans, and freedom fighters. The Gateway Arch, designed by Eero Saarinen, is 630 feet tall and offers a tram ride to […]
The Portland Memorial Coliseum, a multipurpose indoor arena in Portland, Oregon, is home to sporting events, concerts, and the Winterhawks hockey team. Its glass walls allow natural light to flood the interior, and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The arena has hosted famous musical performances and major sporting events, including […]
The General Grant National Memorial, also known as Grant’s Tomb, is the largest tomb in North America, located in Manhattan. It was built in memory of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and commander of the Union Army during the Civil War. Visitors can take a self-guided or free guided tour, […]
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC is a black granite wall with over 58,000 engraved names of American casualties of the Vietnam War. Designed by Maya Lin, it is complemented by two statues honoring all who served. Visitors leave tokens of remembrance. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC is a dark black granite […]
The US Navy Memorial in Washington DC honors the Sea Service and offers exhibits and artifacts related to maritime history. It contains a Memorial Plaza with the bronze statue The Lone Sailor and a Naval Heritage Center with a library and archive facility. The memorial was authorized by Congress in 1980 and built with private […]
The Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC honors those who died or were wounded during the Korean War. It features statues of soldiers in battle dress uniforms and walls with names of the dead, wounded, and missing. The memorial includes a reflecting pool and inscriptions. The conflict, fought between the US-occupied South and Soviet-occupied […]
The Lincoln Memorial is a national monument in Washington, DC, dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. It features a seated statue of Lincoln in a structure similar to the Parthenon. The monument was built to honor Lincoln’s achievements, including his Emancipation Proclamation. It was designed by architect Henry Bacon and […]
US National Memorials are structures or areas protected under federal laws, dedicated to the memory of a person or event with national significance. They are managed by the National Park Service or organizations and are free to the public. Approval by Congress is required, and there are 44 memorials, with 14 in Washington, DC. They […]
The Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota is a giant statue of the Native American warrior, with educational and cultural facilities and museums. Construction began in 1948, and as of 2011, only the head has been completed. The statue will eventually be the largest sculpture in the world and will depict Crazy Horse sitting astride […]
The Australian War Memorial in Canberra is a museum, research center, and memorial dedicated to Australians who died in war. It was established in 1917 and completed in 1941. The memorial features a cross-shaped design with a reflecting pool, sculptures, and a museum with exhibits on World War I and II. Admission is free, and […]
Memorial poetry, also known as elegies, is a way to remember and honor a deceased loved one through verse. There are no set rules for this type of poetry, and it can be highly personal or more general. Eulogies, on the other hand, are speeches given at funerals to praise the deceased. Memorial poetry aims […]
