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Stepping Up for a Legend: The Grandma Gatewood Statue Challenge Is On!
Join the Grandma Gatewood Appalachian Trail statue challenge on Givebutter! Donate outright, join a team, or track live leaderboards to fund historic bronze art.
Read MoreA New Platform for Your Donations: Thank You, Eden Valley Enterprises.
We are increasing our efforts to raise the full amount needed to sculpt, cast, deliver, and install two life-size bronze sculptures of Grandma Gatewood—one at her gravesite in Gallipolis, Ohio, and another at Neel Gap/Mountain Crossing in Georgia. We’re thrilled to have support from Eden Valley Enterprises, creators of the Emmy-nominated film “Trail Magic: The…
Read MoreRecent Media on the Grandma Gatewood Statue Project.
Many thanks to those who are helping us promote the Grandma Gatewood Project. If you see press or create a blog post, please let us know. We want to recognize you and the article. NBC 3 We The People/ Hiking Hero: Grandma Gatewood May 6, 2026 North Georgia News Mountain Crossing 2026 Appalachian Trail Kick-…
Read MoreGrandma Gatewood Returns to the Appalachian Trail: Life-Size Statues to Honor Trailblazing Hiker and Inspire Future Generations
Grandma Gatewood became a legend in 1955 at the age of 67 (PRESS RELEASE_ National- February 24, 2026) Decades after her legendary trek, the indomitable spirit of Emma “Grandma” Gatewood is set to inspire hikers once again as two life-size bronze statues are commissioned to celebrate her extraordinary legacy. Gatewood, the first woman to solo…
Read MoreIt’s Scanning Day!
Today, artist Bridgette Mongeon completed the 3D scan of the small maquette of Grandma Gatewood, creating a digital model that paves the way for the next steps in this inspiring journey. You may recall that she was also working on a sculpture of Mother Boo in the studio, and was able to integrate the scanning…
Read MoreA Minister and a Hiker…
What connection does a retired female minister and educator in Lake Charles, Louisiana, have to a statue of historical hiking legend Grandma Gatewood? The sculptor of the Grandma Gatewood Project, Bridgette Mongeon is currently busy with multiple commissions this year as the committee is looking for the necessary funds to advance the Grandma Gatewood project.…
Read MoreIn loving Memory of Grandma Gatewood’s Great Granddaughter
In loving memory of Marjorie Gilliam Wood, October 1, 1956- August 2025 the great-granddaughter of Grandma Gatewood and a remarkable supporter of the Grandma Gatewood Statue project. A passionate historian and genealogist, she embraced her family legacy with pride. Our conversations were filled with insights, as she advocated for the statue project with unwavering enthusiasm.…
Read MoreGrandma Gatewood Statue Project on PBS Radio Ohio
Thank you PBS Radio Ohio for creating such a wonderful segment about Grandma Gatewood and the statue project. Great Interview with Paul Maxwell, from Ohio Valley Memory Gardens in Gallipolis, Ohio, who started this project Give a listen. Don’t forget to donate, and share about this project.
Read MoreA Hiking Stick, History, and Love of Family
From The Sculptor’s Studio Many like to see my posts because it feels like they are watching over the shoulders of the artists. Welcome to my studio. Connections—There is no doubt that I feel connected to Grandma Gatewood. Our connection comes from our love of the woods and hiking, and I hope from our desire…
Read MorePress Release: Bringing Grandma Gatewood Back to Ohio And The Appalachian Trail
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2024 Grandma Gatewood’s story, spirit and influence in the hiking community are incredible. Now, a team of volunteers and an artist are trying to bring her back to her home state of Ohio and the Appalachian trail in two life-size bronzes. Grandma Gatewood is Coming Home to Ohio Fifty years after…
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