Boulder City Republican Women
boulder city, nv
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Small, light reddish colored marble tombstone-style with white lettering. Inscription reads, “Freedom is not free. Our gratitude to those who have served our country. Boulder City Republican Women.” The memorial stands next to a tall flag pole that flies an American flag. The site also includes a bench, and large, decorative boulders.
Responcible Organization/Individual:
Boulder City Republican Women and the City of Boulder City. The organization works to inform women of local, state and federal issues that affect the city. The group is a local branch of both the Nevada Federation of Republican Women and the National Federation of Republican Women. The club is dark June, July and August. The women also support the charitable Wreaths Across America.
Designed By:
City of Boulder City forester
Address:
Veterans Memorial Drive and Adams, Boulder City
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Hours Available
Ceremonies: no
History:
The memorial was dedicated in early 2000. On Veterans Memorial Drive, there is a U.S. flag, a wreath, a stone monument, and a bench. Located at the corner of Veterans Memorial Drive and Adams, Boulder City Republican Women worked closely with the City of Boulder City. The city forester designed the memorial’s layout and our club solicited the supplies and delivered them. Upon completion of the project, BCRW petitioned the city to change the name of this extension of Georgia Avenue to Veterans Memorial Drive. The city council unanimously approved the request. Members began to place wreaths on the site for on holidays like Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veterans Day. After the events on 9/11, however, these wreaths, which celebrate the men and women for their service to our country, became a permanent fixture of the memorial. Members and guests to BCRW luncheons donate to the Circle of Stones jar. These donations help maintain and purchase new wreaths throughout the year.
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