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Step Two - Monument Types
Now that you have some background on the Underground Railroad, move on to learn about monuments.
There are several types of monuments. With the whole class, review the definitions and examples of each type. Break into small groups to complete the organizer Monument Types. Think about which type of monument you want to design.
Monument
Any object whose function is to celebrate or keep alive the memory of particular events, ideals, individuals, or groups; a structure, such as a building or sculpture, erected to celebrate or honor the memory of a person or an event. A monumental work is very large and designed to be placed in public spaces. Works over 10 feet high or wide are usually placed in this category.
Memorial
Something, such as a monument or holiday, intended to celebrate or honor the memory of a person or event. Monument and memorial are often used to mean the same thing.
Statue
A three-dimensional form or likeness, especially of a human being or animal, sculpted, modeled, carved, or cast in material such as stone, clay, wood, bronze, or wax.
Outdoor or public sculpture
A three-dimensional work of art that is cast, carved, modeled, fired, or assembled in materials such as stone, wood, metal, ceramic, or plastic. Public sculpture is located in an outdoor setting, open to the public, and shows human figures or other things.
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