This Columbus Day, remember the name and face of Luigi Del Bianco, an Italian immigrant who was the chief carver of Mount Rushmore. The main sculptor was the celebrated Gutzon Borglum, but according to author Douglas Gladstone’s new book, “Carving a Niche for Himself: The Untold Story of Luigi Del Bianco and Mount Rushmore,” the […]
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Family members and supporters of an Italian immigrant seeking more recognition for his role in the carving of Mount Rushmore National Memorial have been unable to persuade the National Park Service to honor him as chief carver.
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Get the National Park Service to formally recognize Luigi Del Bianco as the Chief Carver on Mount Rushmore.
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Richard generously contributed a mini biography of Luigi in his new book.
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Al’s website design has given Luigi the grace and stature he deserves.
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Douglas Gladstone, author of a new book about Port Chester resident Luigi Del Bianco, talks about the forgotten stone carver of Mount Rushmore during The Phil Reisman Show, which airs Thursdays at 12:30 p.m on lohud.com.
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Vincent and Lucy Maraldo have been GREAT supporters of Luigi for many years.
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Anthony Tamburri is Dean of the prestigious John D. Calandra Italian American Institute.
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Camille Linen is a goddess among mortals! And I get to be her husband xxxooo.
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