Madonna of the Trail

Madonna of the Trail
Albuquerque Madonna
LocationMarble Ave. and 4th St.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
BuiltSeptember 27, 1928
ArchitectAugust Leimbach
DesignatedMarch 21, 2006
Reference no.06000151
Madonna of the Trail California Historical Monument
Madonna of the Trail, 1928
LocationNorth Euclid Avenue, Upland, California
Coordinates34°06′26″N 117°39′04″W / 34.1071694°N 117.6512444444°W / 34.1071694; -117.6512444444
Built1929
ArchitectAugust Leimbach
DesignatedNovember 7, 1998
Reference no.1028
Madonna of the Trail is located in California
Madonna of the Trail
Location of Madonna of the Trail California Historical Monument in California

Madonna of the Trail is a series of 12 identical monuments dedicated to the spirit of pioneer women in the United States. The monuments were commissioned by the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). They were installed in each of the 12 states along the National Old Trails Road, which extended from Cumberland, Maryland, to Upland, California.

Created by sculptor August Leimbach and funded by contributions, the Madonna of the Trail monuments were intended to provide a symbol of the courage and faith of the women whose strength and love aided so greatly in conquering the wilderness and establishing permanent homes. Dedicated in 1928 and 1929, the twelve statues became sources of local pride. Through the continuing efforts of local and national groups, all are currently in good condition and on display.


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