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2018 Dinner Dance

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​114th Annual Dinner Dance: March 24, 2018
Keynote Speaker: Lou Del Bianco, Author,
"Out of Rushmore's Shadow"

Lou will discuss his grandfather's unique role as Chief Carver of all the president's faces on Mount Rushmore.

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Sometimes history does not tell you the whole story.​   When 8-year-old Lou Del Bianco finds out that his Grandpa Luigi was the Chief Carver on Mount Rushmore, his young life is instantly changed. Follow Lou’s journey as he and his Uncle Caesar make the painful discovery that Luigi is not even mentioned in the most definitive book on Rushmore. Cheer them on as you read the historic documents they unearth from the Library of Congress that not only tell Luigi’s story but also prove his great importance. Finally, ride the roller-coaster of the 25 year journey to get Luigi the recognition he deserves. Out of Rushmore’s Shadow is the dramatic and touching story of Luigi’s legacy and the immigrant’s struggle.
photos below by Paul Martin

Photos below by Tony Seideman

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From Singer-songwriter Tony Bennett:

“I loved discovering this immigrant story of Luigi Del Bianco, a master carver who brought Mount Rushmore to life with his artistry to make it one of the most recognizable man-made wonders of the world. There are so many immigrant stories of men and women who built this great country and it’s fitting that artisans such as Luigi Del Bianco are recognized for their contributions.” 


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​Champion of History Award 2108
​presented to:

​Assemblywoman Sandy Galef

Photos below by Howard Copeland

Pictures below by Tony Seideman

360 Photos below by Tony Seideman

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  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • 2020 Commemoration
  • 2020 Dinner Dance
  • "Field Library Lincoln Collection".
  • Lincoln Depot Museum
    • Statue Re-dedication
    • Programs
  • 2019 Dinner Dance
  • 2019 Commemoration
  • 2018 Dinner Dance
  • 2018 Commemoration
  • Lincoln Exedra Re-dedication
  • Sunset Cruise Fundraiser
  • 2017 Commemoration
    • Previous Commemorations
  • 2017 Dinner Dance
    • Previous Dinner Dances
  • Peekskill St. Patrick's Day Parade
  • Gettysburg Address
  • First Pitch
  • Donate
  • 2021 Dinner