The arctic exploration schooner "Bowdoin" was designated the official state vessel in 1987. All State Vessels & Aircraft
The schooner Bowdoin was built during the winter of 1920-21 in East Boothbay, Maine, according to detailed specifications of Admiral Donald MacMillan. The Bowdoin has made nearly 30 voyages to the ice-jammed waters of the arctic.
The Charles I.D. Looff Carousel (also known as the Crescent Park Carousel) was designated the Rhode Island state symbol of American folk art in 1985. All Arts & Drama Symbols
All that remains of a large Victorian-era amusement park, the Looff Carousel is one of the few handmade carousels still in use today. It was designed and built in 1895 by Charles I.D. Looff, a native of Denmark.
Tourists from all over the world come to Independence Hall in Philadelphia to see The Liberty Bell - an international symbol of freedom All Pennsylvania Landmarks - All National Landmarks
Dedicated in 1886, "Liberty Enlightening the World" (known as the "Statue of Liberty") is a gift from France to the United States of America to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the birth of liberty in the US. and the end of slavery after the Civil War. She has since become a universal symbol of freedom, embraced by advocates of self-government the world over. All New York Landmarks - All National Landmarks
Along historic Route 66 in Oklahoma, "The Golden Driller" (statue of an oil worker in Tulsa) was designated the official state monument of Oklahoma in 1979. According to Tulsa city officials, this 43,500-pound tourist attraction is the largest free-standing statues in the US. All Oklahoma Symbols
Ohio designated the Newark Earthworks as Ohio’s state prehistoric monument in 2006 to honor the ancient Native American builders of this incredible site (Ohio also recognizes a state artifact). The Newark Earthworks are also recognized as a National Historic Landmark. All Ohio Symbols
Ohio designated the Blaine Hill Bridge as the official state bicentennial bridge in 2002. The oldest sandstone bridge in Ohio, the Blaine Hill Bridge spans Wheeling Creek in Belmont County and is considered one of Ohio's most historically and architecturally significant structures. All Ohio Symbols
Kentucky designated Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest as the official state arboretum in 1994. Its 15,625 acres of land welcome over 250,000 visitors each year. Visitors enjoy trails, programs, and special events. Kentucky also recognizes an official state botanical garden (University of Kentucky Arboretum).
Historic Switzer covered bridge over North Elkhorn Creek in Franklin County was designated the official state covered bridge of Kentucky in 1998. All Kentucky Symbols
Built about 1855 and restored in 1906, the Switzer bridge closed to traffic in 1954. It was again restored in 1997 after a flood swept the bridge off its foundation.
The Switzer covered bridge was posted to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 (NRHP Structure #74000875).
The "Kentucky Center for African American Heritage" in Louisville was designated "the official center for the celebration of Kentucky's African American heritage" in 2002. All Cultural Heritage Symbols
This contemporary center strives to preserve the traditions and accomplishments of the past by enhancing the public's knowledge about the history, heritage and cultural contributions of African Americans in Kentucky.