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Lincoln Monument Earns National Historic Status | Cheyenne News
The Abraham Lincoln Monument in Wyoming, a towering tribute by sculptor Robert Russin, has earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places — a fitting honor for this iconic sculpture that celebrates both Lincoln’s legacy and America’s first transcontinental road. Russin, a beloved professor and artist whose ashes rest near the monument, poured his life’s passion into this masterpiece, blending humanistic themes with enduring craftsmanship. Its historic designation not only preserves the monument but also elevates Russin’s legacy as a visionary artist who shaped generations…
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