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Richmond, Indiana: Madonna of the Trail

The Madonna of the Trail is a stony-faced pioneer Mom, in long skirt and bonnet, strutting westward with an infant in her arms. A recurring piece of public statuary striding across America.

Address:
US Hwy 40, Richmond, IN
Directions:
East side of the city, on the north side of US Hwy 40 just east of the intersection of 22nd St.
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Madonna of the Trail

The Madonna of the Trail is at one of the entrances to Glen Miller Park. It is a huge park, with a pond, shelters for picnics, tennis courts, a splash pad, and a place to collect spring water. And when it snows, Roosevelt Hill is the place to be!

[Rcombs, 04/21/2023]

Madonna of the Trail.

Madonna of the Trail

The sun was shining on the Madonna of the Trail. The statue is right on the corner of the intersection.

[Penny, 11/13/2012]

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Save the Cat! Fire MuralSave the Cat! Fire Mural, Richmond, IN - 1 mi.
Giant ChairGiant Chair, Richmond, IN - 1 mi.
Double Decker Bus Inside RestaurantDouble Decker Bus Inside Restaurant, Richmond, IN - 2 mi.
In the region:
Foy's Halloween Stores, Fairborn, OH - 45 mi.

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