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Out of Rushmore’s Shadow – C.H. Booth Library Historical Programs

Name: Out of Rushmore’s Shadow – C.H. Booth Library Historical Programs
Start: 2026-07-07T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-07T20:00:00-04:00
Location: C. H. Booth Library

July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

In this 45-minute special presentation for the entire family, storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays his grandfather, Luigi Del Bianco, and talks about his unsung contribution as chief carver on our nation’s greatest memorial, Mount Rushmore. Lou uses authentic photos, timelines and primary source documents to bring Luigi’s story to life. The presentation culminates with designer Gutzon Borglum’s praise of Luigi, the 25 year struggle to get him recognized and the CBS SUNDAY MORNING tribute where a plaque at Mount Rushmore is finally unveiled! Click here to register.

Tuesday, July 7, at 6:00 pm
C.H. Booth Library in the Meeting Room.