A side trip from Wisconsin’s Northwoods, brings us to Bond Falls in Michigan’s UP (Upper Peninsula). Bond falls is a tiered flowage that starts out as a set of minor falls ending in this stunning drop. This scenic waterfall is created by the middle branch of the Ontonagon river as it tumbles over a thickContinue reading “Exploring Bond Falls: A Hidden Gem in Michigan’s UP”
Category Archives: Landmarks
Riverfront Sunset
A nice view of Eads Bridge with downtown St. Louis and the Arch in the background. The Arch signifies St. Louis’ status as Gateway to the West. Many westbound trails came out of the St. Louis area. In addition, many of the supplies, livestock and wagons were purchased here, making it, at one time, theContinue reading “Riverfront Sunset”
Eads Bridge
Needing a railroad bridge crossing the Mississippi River at St. Louis, St. Louis bankers hired engineer James Eads to build the world’s first steel-truss bridge. Construction began in 1867 and it was dedicated in 1874. Giant granite piers support three arches and two decks. The top deck is the roadway and the bottom deck wasContinue reading “Eads Bridge”
Eads Bridge crossing the Mississippi
At the Missouri State Capitol, looking across a balcony, onto another parallel hallway is a mural of the St. Louis river front and Eads Bridge. At the end of the 19th Century, St. Louis was in the forefront of commerce in the United States. Riverboats on the Mississippi and the railway enhanced its status asContinue reading “Eads Bridge crossing the Mississippi”
Rotunda Murals
Here is another photo of the rotunda at the Missouri State Capitol. The paintings of Frank Brangwyn on the eye, panels and pendentive of the dome are visible from the ground floor. Art throughout the building vividly depicts scenes of Missouri’s history, countryside and people. Click on the photo for more information. Click here forContinue reading “Rotunda Murals”
Governor’s Ball
A stunning photo of Missouri’s Capitol rotunda during the Governor’s Ball. People watch from above while people dance on the main floor below. From this view you see the window from the previous post, hallways disappearing into the capitol’s vastness, fabulous murals and people enjoying the festivities. During this event I enjoyed exploring the nooksContinue reading “Governor’s Ball”
Window
This is a stunning window in Missouri’s State Capitol. Situated in the upper part of the rotunda, it allows a large amount of light into the great hall. Note the phrase “NOT TO BE SERVED BUT TO SERVE.” These phrases are all overthe rotunda pointing out the elements of good citizenship and a free society.Continue reading “Window”
Missouri State Capitol
Why go to an art museum when you can go to the Missouri State Capitol? In addition to politicians scurrying around the halls, you will see fantastic architecture, artwork and Missouri history. New York architects Egerton Swartwout and Evarts Tracy were selected to design the new building, which was officially dedicated on Oct. 6, 1924.Continue reading “Missouri State Capitol”
Gateway Arch National Park
Founded by the National Park Service in 1935 to commemorate Thomas Jefferson’s vision of a transcontinental United States, the Gateway Arch National Park (formerly known as the “Jefferson National Expansion Memorial”) stretches from the Old Courthouse to the steps overlooking the Mississippi River. In between, the Gateway Arch rises high, a bold monument to theContinue reading “Gateway Arch National Park”
Power Station
Recently one of our riverfront bridges was closed to automobile traffic allowing pedestrian traffic and spectaular views. Here we a looking north from the MLK Bridge on the St. Louis Riverfront. In the forground is the old Union Electric Power Plant and the Stan Musial Bridge, spanning the Mississippi River. Click on photo to fullContinue reading “Power Station”
Great Rivers Imaging 