Commons:Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 in the United States/Winners
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Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 in the United States saw over 250 people contribute 2,500+ photos of cultural and historic sites from all over the United States and its territories. In addition to National Register of Historic Places sites, we welcomed images of Historic Civil Engineering Landmarks from the American Society of Civil Engineers, historic sites and properties listed on the Daughters of the American Revolution site, and U.S. historical markers listed on the Historical Marker Database. We also welcomed uploads of sites designated by state- and local-level historical institutions and societies, including American Indian Heritage Sites, African American Heritage Sites, Latino American Heritage Sites, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Sites designated by the United States National Park Service. Hundreds of these photos are being used to help illustrate pages across various Wikimedia projects, including Wikipedia and Wikidata.
After several weeks and three rounds of judging by our judges, we are pleased to announce the winners of Wiki Loves Monuments 2023 in the United States. These photos are recognized for their photographic quality, artistic merit, and their encyclopedic value as illustrations of unique historical sites.
We were impressed by many incredible submissions, and as always, it proves to be difficult to narrow it down to just ten winners. That being said - congratulations to the following winners of the US contest and their amazing photographs! All ten will receive a prize and certificate and will move on to the international jury for a shot at winning an international Wiki Loves Monuments prize.
Finally: Thank you to all participants, as well as to our judges, editors, and organizers who helped make this event possible.
1st Place
By Will Koeppen (Website)
This image captures one of the historical structures associated with the Independence Mines, located in the Talkeetna Mountains of Alaska. The photograph, taken in 2018, shows the aged wooden structure partially enveloped by snow, with its weathered walls standing in stark contrast to the pristine white landscape.
2nd Place
By Peter M Michael (Website)
The Fruita Schoolhouse illuminated under the celestial grandeur of the Milky Way. Situated in Fruita, Utah, within Capitol Reef National Park, this single-room structure served as a place of learning for the small local community in the early 20th century.
3rd Place
By MichaelDPhotos
An early morning January photograph of the Split Rock Lighthouse, located near Two Harbors, Minnesota, on the shores of Lake Superior. The image captures the historic lighthouse perched atop a steep cliff, bathed in the soft pastel hues of dawn.
4th Place
By King of Hearts
This aerial photograph presents a bird's-eye view of Church Square Park, Hoboken, New Jersey. The image captures the park's layout and diverse vegetation in the autumn season, showcasing a variety of colorful foliage.
5th Place
By Daniel M Horowitz
This night-time photograph showcases the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia. The memorial, a National Historic Landmark, stands as a modern tribute to the architecture of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
6th Place
By Don Ashley
The photograph captures the warm glow of sunrise on one of the iconic Mormon Row Historic District barns with the Teton Range providing a stunning backdrop. This Historic District within Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, is known for its scenic views and historic significance.
7th Place
By Clint W Brooks
This photograph captures the serene twilight atmosphere at the Zedler Mill complex in Luling, Texas. The image is taken after a recent rainstorm, which has contributed to the increased flow and the muddy appearance of the water cascading over the spillway.
8th Place
By Cnkaufmann
This image captures Lift Lock No. 6 on the historic Illinois & Michigan Canal, situated in Channahon, Illinois. The photograph showcases the 1848 lock tender house adjacent to the mule tow path.
9th Place
By Gangway Ghost
This photograph showcases a cellblock within the historic Eastern State Penitentiary. The image depicts a long, vaulted corridor flanked by rows of cell doors, illustrating the penitentiary's once strict regime of solitary confinement.
10th Place
By MichaelDPhotos
This photograph captures the Norway Lutheran Church and Cemetery, an exquisite example of Late Gothic Revival architecture, located near Denbigh, North Dakota. Built in 1907, the church stands against a dramatic sky, its white exterior and elegant steeple contrasting with the surrounding landscape.
