Madonna of the Trails

Dedicated on September 24, 1928, this sculpture by August Leimbach is one from a national series of twelve monuments erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution to commemorate the Old National Trails and the settlers who traversed them. In particular it celebrates the spirit of pioneer women across the United States, from Maryland to California. Located on the Santa Fe Trail, Lamar is one of the handful of towns in the West honored to receive one of the sculptures. The sculpture stands at the corner of Main and Beech and is visible as you approach the Welcome Center.