The Flame of Liberty Memorial

Inspired by the flame that burns brightly in the Statue of Liberty's torch, the centerpiece of the monument is an eternal flame created from metal and glass. Created by Frank Kocial Morris, renowned portrait artist, illustrator, and Master Designer for the United States Mint, the flame is constructed from a "thin, steel wire frame, with sections filled with transparent, champagne-colored hand-poured antique glass evoking the style of a lighthouse lantern or a stained-glass window." Within the flame is the "Soldier's Cross," a symbol representing the service and ultimate sacrifice of America's Fallen military members. Surrounded by the Civic Center grove of redwoods, the flame is illuminated at night.

(Submitted by Louise C)