Major fireworks displays often take place around Independence Day, including significant celebrations for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Sculptor Gutzon Borglum oversaw the project from 1927 until his death in 1941, when his son Lincoln Borglum finished the work. subtitle Rushmore
Took 14 years and utilized dynamite to carve 90% of the mountain. Remarkably, no workers died during construction. ⚖️ Cultural and Historical Context within the Black Hills.
Represents the nation's foundation (Washington), expansion (Jefferson), development (Roosevelt), and preservation (Lincoln). subtitle Rushmore
The monument is built on land sacred to the Lakota Sioux, known as the "Six Grandfathers" (
Near Keystone, South Dakota, within the Black Hills.