Thanksgiving Point Installs 40-Foot Statue of Liberty for America 250
Utah attraction adds replica landmark to Ashton Gardens as part of Imaginaria celebration of national history and innovation.
A 40-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty now stands in Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah, as part of a broader installation of iconic American landmarks commemorating the nation's history. The statue joins other replicas of national monuments within Imaginaria, the venue's exhibition space dedicated to American innovation and historical achievement.
Thanksgiven Point, located in Utah County, has positioned the installation as a centerpiece of its America 250 celebration. The exhibition reflects the institutional focus on presenting American cultural symbols and historical narratives to visitors. Imaginaria serves as the primary venue for displaying the collection of landmark replicas.
The 40-foot scale of the Statue of Liberty replica distinguishes it as a significant structural addition to the gardens. The installation represents a substantial curatorial investment in three-dimensional representation of national iconography. Ashton Gardens, previously known for horticultural displays, now functions as a setting for architectural and historical recreation.
The exhibition aligns with broader commemorative efforts surrounding America 250, a designation linked to national historical anniversaries and cultural reflection. Thanksgiving Point's approach emphasizes experiential engagement with American symbols rather than traditional museum presentation. The integration of multiple landmark replicas creates what the institution describes as a comprehensive survey of national achievement.
Visitors to Imaginaria will encounter the Statue of Liberty alongside other replicas of iconic structures, though specific additional landmarks were not detailed. The exhibition remains active as the primary programming focus at Thanksgiving Point's outdoor and indoor spaces. The installation's permanence and visitor capacity have not been specified.