Madonna of the Trail Statue

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1801 National Rd
Wheeling, WV 26003

The Madonna of the Trail Monument in Wheeling, WV is part of a series of 12 monuments dedicated to pioneer women in the United States. Created by sculptor August Leimbach and commissioned by the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution, these monuments honor the brave pioneer mothers who played a crucial role in the progress of the country.

The Wheeling Madonna of the Trail Monument, located on National Road Route 40, stands as a fitting tribute to the pioneer women who supported their families through hardships, privations, and Indian battles. This monument serves as a reminder of the important historical events and the significant contributions made by these courageous women in shaping the nation's history.

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3.53 reviews
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Jason V.
6/17/2024

I have visited more than half of the Madonna of the Trail statues that were erected by the D.A.R. in the late 1920s, and this was my seventh one. The statues are all identical; however, all have...

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Melissa B.
1/9/2019

This lovely statue erected by the DAR Society is located along the National Rd. It is near the Wheeling Park entrance. There us a pullover area where you can get out and Read the historical...

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D E.
1/9/2023

NO PARKING" posted on signs on both sides of this little monument. There's just a small half-circle driveway that you can pull into. Other "tips" and reviews said there's parking - apparently not...

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