Landmarks from New York

Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty, located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, was a gift from France to America in 1886. Fondly referred to as “Lady Liberty”, the copper statue holds a torch in her right hand and a tablet in her arm with the date of the Declaration of Independence. She became a welcoming figure to the millions of American immigrants and people from around the world.

Times Square

Times Square is a popular New York city tourist attraction located between Broadway and 42nd street in the heart of Manhatten. Millions of people visit yearly to shop at the retail businesses, see giant digital advertisements, attend Broadway plays, buy souvenirs, or take pictures with people dressed in costumes.

Break Dancing

Break dancing first began in New York City between the late 1960’s to early 1970’s. It was created by African-Americans and Latinos who combined elements of martial arts and gymnastics into dance. Back and head spinning were signature moves. By the 1980’s this style of dance became part of American popular culture due to a genre of movies, such as Breakin’ and Beat Street.

Grand Central Station

The Grand Central Station is one of the most well-known and busiest railroad stations in America. In 1913 it opened publicly in Midtown Manhatten in New York City and has been featured in more than 50 TV shows and movies, including Madagascar, Men In Black, and the original Superman movie. However, many people are unaware of the old abandoned railway tunnels that exist beneath the Grand Central Station and throughout the city.

Landmarks from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Liberty Bell

The Liberty Bell was originally called the State House Bell because it rang in the tower of the Pennsylvania Statehouse, now known as Independence Hall. The bell was built in the 1750s and rang for the purposes of calling lawmakers, such as Ben Franklin, to their meetings as well as signaling townspeople to gather for the reading of the news. The bell is inscribed with the words "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants thereof," which many abolitionists referred to when protesting against the slavery of Black people. The bell, itself and replicas of it have been displayed across America to signify equal rights and freedom for all. Click the link to learn more about the Liberty Bell

https://kids.kiddle.co/Liberty_Bell

Landmarks from Washington D. C.

Washington Monument

The Washington Monument is a structure that stands at 555 feet, 5- 1/8 inches. to honor President George Washington. It was under construction for 36 years and was finally completed in 1884. At the time, it was the tallest structure in the world. The monument was designed by Robert Mills and constructed by Thomas Casey along with the US Army Corps of Engineers. Click the link to learn more.

https://www.nps.gov/wamo/learn/historyculture/index.htm

The White House (in the globe held by the rabbit)

The White House is where the president of the United States lives with his family during the time he is in office. The first president to live there was John Adams along with his wife, and every president since then has lived there. The location of the White House in Washington DC was chosen by George Washington in 1791. It was built over a span of 8 years, however, the British set fire to it during the War of 1812, and it had to be rebuilt. The White House has 132 rooms and 35 bathrooms. Click the link to learn more about the White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/the-grounds/the-white-house/

Landmarks from South Carolina

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (also known as the Cooper River Bridge)was built in 2005 to replace outdated bridges built in 1929 and 1968. The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is a 13,000-foot cable-stayed bridge that connects Downtown Charleston South Carolina to Mount Pleasant South Carolina. It is presently the largest cable-stayed bridge in North America and the tallest structure in South Carolina. Click this link to learn more about the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge.

https://www.hdrinc.com/portfolio/arthur-ravenel-jr-bridge-cooper-river-bridge