Redlands in San Bernardino County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Lincoln Memorial Shrine

Erected by the Watchorn Family

Photographed by Craig Baker, November 5, 2018

1. Lincoln Memorial Shrine Marker

Inscription. As did their friends the Smiley brothers, Robert and Alma Watchorn contributed greatly to Redlands’ cultural life. A labor organizer, Commissioner of Immigration at Ellis Island, and oilman who experienced the American dream, Robert as a self-made man identified with Abraham Lincoln. He shared that interest with his only child, Emory Ewart. Ewart’s impaired health led to his death at age 25, the result of his service as a pilot in World War I. Devastated by the loss, the Watchorns decided to memorialize their son by erecting a museum in Redlands honoring Lincoln. This bas-relief is donated by Drs. Boyd, Alan, and Kenneth Nies in memory of their parents, Dr. Arthur and Mary Nies, who also lived the American dream.

Erected 2008.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • War, World I. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #16 Abraham Lincoln series list.

Location. 34° 3.237′ N, 117° 11.019′ W. Marker is in Redlands, California, in San Bernardino County. It can be reached from the intersection of West Vine Street and South 4th Street. Located behind the A.K. Smiley Public Library. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 125 W Vine St, Redlands CA 92373, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles,

in the Inland Empire,

in the Peninsular Ranges,

and specifically in the Transverse Ranges.

It is also in the American Southwest.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: William McKinley (within shouting distance of this marker); A.K. Smiley Public Library (within shouting distance of this marker); Grace Stewart Mullen (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Redlands 9/11 Memorial (about 400 feet away); Ishi Dohroh (about 400 feet away); Sunkist Fruit Exchange (about 500 feet away); The Redlands Liberty Pole (about 500 feet away); Mr. Judson and Mr. Brown (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Redlands.

Regarding Lincoln Memorial Shrine. The museum is open Tue-Sun 1-5.

Photographed by Craig Baker, November 5, 2018

2. Lincoln Memorial Shrine Marker

The A.K. Smiley Public Library is in the background.

Bas-Relief Sculpture image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Baker, November 5, 2018

3. Bas-Relief Sculpture

The sculpture faces the Library

Lincoln Memorial Shrine and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Baker, November 5, 2018

4. Lincoln Memorial Shrine and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 14, 2019. It was originally submitted on June 13, 2019, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 579 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 13, 2019, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.