Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore carving began August 10, 1927

with sculptor Gutzon Borglum. It took 14 years to

complete the project on October 31, 1941. Borglum

died in March 1941 and his son Lincoln Borglum

completed the work. Lincoln became the memorial's

first superintendent.

These first few pictures were taken in early

evening and then darkness when the lights

come on.

Mt Rushmore honors veterans each evening at

8 PM on the outdoor stage. The park ranger

was an excellent moderator and is commended.

Steve and Betty

Mount Rushmore outdoor ampitheater

 

The Park Ranger was excellent and very knowledgeable

It took 14 years to complete and with no fatalities during

the process.

Each face is 60 feet high.
Each eye is 11 feet wide

 

This view of Mt Rushmore (Washington) from the Needles area.

 

Gutzon Borglum, Mt Rushmore Sculptor

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Trivia: Recently many, for different reasons have suggested

our current president be added to the Mt Rushmore sculpture.

The National  Park Service spokesman at the memorial said that

what remains of any rock formation is not strong enough for any

additional work. Further, it has been suggested prior to current president, to add different people.

 The portion to the right of Lincoln

will not endure.