Mount Rushmore's Fifth Face™ A United States

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Gutzon Borglum, sculptor of Mount Rushomore, shown in a bosun chair

"Shrine of Democracy"

From 1930-1941 Borglum referred to the monument (Mount Rushmore) as the Shrine (Spiritual) of Democracy (Patriotism). It was named Mount Rushmore because of financial donations from lawyer Charles E. Rushmore.

Gutzon Borglum, sculptor of Mount Rushmore, is shown here in a bosun's chair inspecting the work on the memorial. Workers used the bosun's chairs, suspended from above, while they drilled with jackhammers into the granite. - nps.gov

Gutzon Borglum plants US flag at the top of Mount Rushmore

Vision of Unity

Although Borglum was known for his controversial character, he had massive ideas. Borglum had a vision of bringing together spiritualism and patriotism as one. While working on his personal agenda he was told to go back to the job at hand building the faces, otherwise funding for the project would be cut.

Gutzon Borglum plants a U.S. Flag at the top of Mount Rushmore, October 1, 1925. He is accompanied by Jesse Giles (middle) and Ray Sanders (right). - nps.gov

Driller uses jackhammer while carving Mount Rushmore

First Hand Accounts

Men who helped carve the monument, said it holds secrets. 65 years of research, a team of attorneys and documents from the Library of Congress verify Borglum's "Shrine of Democracy".

A driller uses a jackhammer drill to honeycomb the granite while carving Mount Rushmore. This was one of the final stages in removing the excess rock during the carving process. - nps.gov

Despite the treacherous work not one worker ever died during the completion of the monument.

Are You The Fifth Face™

Mount Rushmore at Night

  • Faith
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Join with millions on their way to Mount Rushmore this Summer and say a pledge and a prayer for America at the free lighting ceremony. It will be memorable, emotional, and an experience like you have never had in America before. And it is most affordable for the whole family. Bring your love and lamentations for our country and go home with a revitalized soul.

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