BEHIND THE LEGENDS: BLACK ANGEL OF OAKLAND CEMETERY

The black angel of Oakland Cemetery is an eight and a half foot tall burial monument for the Feldevert family, erected in the cemetery in 1912. Since that time, it has been the source of many stories and legends in Iowa City — most connected to the mysterious change in color that the angel took, turning from a golden bronze to an eerie black.

Monuments | Headstones | Clifton, NJ | Artistic Monuments

Angel Shaped Monuments While many angels are being mass produced in China and overseas, Artistic Monuments still hand carves everything locally. We can provide you with an angel shaped monument in a variety of different sizes or types.

List of National Historic Landmarks in California – Wikipedia

This is a complete List of National Historic Landmarks in California.The United States National Historic Landmark (NHL) program is operated under the auspices of the National Park Service, and recognizes structures, districts, objects, and similar resources nationwide according to a list of criteria of national significance.

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This affordable high quality gray granite memorial can be used as a single or a double memorial. The top has a polished front and backside with a rock cut top and sides.

Welcome to Oakland Cemetery, Part Two | Adventures in …

Last week, I talked about the history of Oakland Cemetery and its different sections. This week, I’ll share the stories behind some of the graves and highlight some of my favorites.

Statues and Monuments – GeorgiaInfo

“The monument is designed to be fifty-five feet high, which, for a square in a city, is of ample height. The two steps and lower plinth to be of granite; and all the rest, of the finest Italian marble, in solid blocks weighing from one to six tons, and to be executed in the most artistical and workmanlike manner; to rest on a solid foundation …

Grass Markers – Official Site

Headstones are available in a variety of different models, shapes, colors and sizes. Various accessories are available for the monuments. Granite Vases, Porcelain Pictures, Flowers, Flower Saddles, Flag Holders, Flag Cases are the most popular type of accessories.

Catholic Statues, Religious Statues, Outdoor Plaques

Click on photos or links bellow to view different statues sections: Jesus Christ Statues – Statues and Plaques – Indoor or Outdoor … Angel Statues -Section III …

AT&T Park – Wikipedia

AT&T Park is a baseball park located in the South Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, California.Since 2000, it has served as the home of the San Francisco Giants, the city's Major League Baseball (MLB) franchise.

Photos: Confederate memorials in metro Atlanta – ajc.com

The 90-feet-by-190-feet carving of Robert E. Lee, Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson, and Jefferson Davis is the largest Confederate monument in the world, as well as the largest bas-relief sculpture in …

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The black angel of Oakland Cemetery is an eight and a half foot tall burial monument for the Feldevert family, erected in the cemetery in 1912. Since that time, it has been the source of many stories and legends in Iowa City — most connected to the mysterious change in color that the angel took, turning from a golden bronze to an eerie black.

List of National Historic Landmarks in California – Wikipedia

This is a complete List of National Historic Landmarks in California.The United States National Historic Landmark (NHL) program is operated under the auspices of the National Park Service, and recognizes structures, districts, objects, and similar resources nationwide according to a list of criteria of national significance.

Garden Statues | Hayneedle

Styles of garden sculptures include animals, children, angel & cherub statues, and religious statues. Select a classic Greek or Roman Statue, a garden gnome or shop for gargoyles & griffins. You can find fairy garden statues at Hayneedle as well as dragon statues.

How Different Are Major League Baseball Fields? – snippets.com

The official rules of Major League Baseball stipulate the following about the outfield dimensions: there must be a minimum of 325 feet (99 meters) between the left and right field walls and home plate, and 400 feet (122 meters) between center field and home plate.

Photo Finish: Pictures That Stay With Me | Adventures in …

The angel leaning on his trumpet is beautifully detailed. This monument at Oakland Cemetery was damaged during the a tornado but has been restored. An angel leans against his trumpet at the base of the monument.

Catholic Statues, Religious Statues, Outdoor Plaques

Click on photos or links bellow to view different statues sections: Jesus Christ Statues – Statues and Plaques – Indoor or Outdoor … Angel Statues -Section III …

Catholic Statues & Figurines, Religious Statues | The …

Religious statues and figurines are wonderful visual reminders of faith and beauty. Whether it's St. Francis nestled in the garden or an angel to watch over you, these holy reminders of our Catholic faith will add inspiration to any indoor/outdoor decor.

Photos: Confederate memorials in metro Atlanta – MyAJC.com

THE CONFEDERATE OBELISK (Oakland Cemetery): Made from Stone Mountain granite, this obelisk anchoring the Confederate section of Oakland Cemetery is the tallest object in Oakland Cemetery.

Haunted Places in Iowa | Exemplore

It was erected in 1912 and stands over 8 feet tall, hovering over Eddie's tombstone. At the time of it's installment it held the ashes of Nicolas Feldvert in it's base. When Teresa died in 1924 her ashes were also added to the base of the angel.

Amazing place to spend an afternoon – Review of Oakland …

Oakland Cemetary was a interesting walk through time. The grounds are beautiful and there are amazing stories with every turn. This was a spur of the moment stop with lots of restaurants within walking distance.