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The Commission selects the inspiring submission by StudioEIS and the 1717 Design Group.
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For all media inquries, please contact:
Senator Mary Margaret Whipple
3556 North Valley Street
Arlington, VA 22207-4445
mmwhipple@erols.com
(703) 538-4097
Women's Monument Commission initiatives
Based on Senate Joint Resolution No. 11
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2010
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 10, 2010
The Need for a Tribute:
From the Founding of the Commonwealth, the genius and creativity of women and their presence and contributions have been evident in every aspect of Virginia history and the life of people in the Commonwealth; however, they have received little appreciation, recognition, or official acknowledgement.
The Purpose of the Monument is: History, Education, Importance, Appreciation
Monument to Virginia Women That Signals the importance of their contributions and achievements
Honors them and expresses appreciation
Teaches the history of their important contributions
The Monument is to Honor: Virginia Women who Contributed to Virginia's History Over Four Centuries
Through Individual, Collective and/or Symbolic Interpretations That May Include:
Their ideals, visions and spirit of sacrifice that illuminates the path today for all those who follow them
Their accomplishments in spite of restrictions
Their legendary achievements in many fields
Their noble and heroic deeds indispensible to the founding of the Commonwealth (and the nation)
Their vital role in public and private life
Their unique contributions in nurturing and protecting their families and contributing to the quality of life in their communities