Redlands in San Bernardino County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Lincoln Memorial Shrine
Erected by the Watchorn Family
By Craig Baker, November 5, 2018
1. Lincoln Memorial Shrine Marker
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
By Craig Baker, November 5, 2018
2. Lincoln Memorial Shrine Marker
The A.K. Smiley Public Library is in the background.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A.K. Smiley Public Library (within shouting distance of this marker); Mill Creek Zanja (approx. one mile away); Kimberly Crest (approx. 1.2 miles away); Site of First Lugonia, Now Redlands, District School (approx. 1.3 miles away); a different marker also named Mill Creek Zanja (approx. 1.9 miles away); Guachama Rancheria (approx. 3.2 miles away); The Greenspot Market (approx. 5 miles away); Yucaipa Rancheria (approx. 5.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Redlands.
Regarding Lincoln Memorial Shrine. The museum is open Tue-Sun 1-5.
By Craig Baker, November 5, 2018
3. Bas-Relief Sculpture
The sculpture faces the Library
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 115 times since then and 55 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.
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