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The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 03 Mar 2020, 17:19
by Brenda Creech
I have thought a lot about whether the type of memorial Bridgett wanted should be put in an amusement park. The memorial to the Irish people who suffered so much was an excellent idea, however, was an amusement park the appropriate place to have it erected? Just curious what others' thoughts are on this. I personally don't think the amusement park was the place to put this type of memorial. I felt it would be better to have it placed in the heart of activity, like a town square, or a park, where tourists and citizens alike would see and appreciate it. What are your thoughts?
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 03 Mar 2020, 18:57
by Josephe-Anne
I agree with you. A somber memorial like that would be better suited to a public square. It would be out of place (and even disrespectful) at an amusement park.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 04 Mar 2020, 13:54
by Brenda Creech
Josephe-Anne wrote: ↑03 Mar 2020, 18:57
I agree with you. A somber memorial like that would be better suited to a public square. It would be out of place (and even disrespectful) at an amusement park.
Exactly! Thank you!
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 04 Mar 2020, 21:15
by Helene_2008
I'm glad you felt this way because I agree. I think tourists just wouldn't have an appreciation for the memorial and wouldn't be in the mood for it when at an amusement park.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 04 Mar 2020, 23:09
by Dorcas Serwaa Adu
I agree to a certain extent, imagine going to an amusement park for all the fun, then bam, you see all these monuments portraying pain and anguish. As my guy will say "it will dampen your mood". But in a way too, it will help remind you of what you have and why you should appreciate it. And though you'll be having fun, it will be an educational vacation
. It will be a different type of experience, for the idea is different and new. If it is to be made in heart of activities, like a market center, some one will not even get the time to analyze it since they might be in a haste to leave or purchase whatever they need with their mind far off. And getting to know facts like what Bridget wanted to do in a park can be a new adventure and relaxing.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 04 Mar 2020, 23:31
by wendilou49
I agree with you about the memorial, that it would be more effective and honoring to have it somewhere other than the amusement park. Somehow there two just don't go together in my mind. Was a memorial called for? Sure, just in a different place.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 08:33
by cpru68
Having it separated from the amusement park would bring greater impact. Otherwise, visitors would glance at it and rush off to something else. Putting it out on its own display would cause people to stop and understand the significance of the memorial.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 09:51
by ElizaBeth Adams
I think if it was designed just right, the memorial and the amusement park could co-exist. People drawn in for the fun of the park may take the time to view the memorial and exhibit and have their eyes opened to Ireland's past. This may help educate people who wouldn't typically dig into the history on their own. The exhibit may even inspire people to dig into the history more on their own, and visit other museums.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 21:05
by Brenda Creech
Helene_2008 wrote: ↑04 Mar 2020, 21:15
I'm glad you felt this way because I agree. I think tourists just wouldn't have an appreciation for the memorial and wouldn't be in the mood for it when at an amusement park.
Exactly right! If the first thing I saw when I walked into an amusement park was a memorial it would dampen my spirits. Amusement parks are for fun, and memorials are for a town square or park.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 21:11
by Brenda Creech
Dorcas Serwaa Adu wrote: ↑04 Mar 2020, 23:09
I agree to a certain extent, imagine going to an amusement park for all the fun, then bam, you see all these monuments portraying pain and anguish. As my guy will say "it will dampen your mood". But in a way too, it will help remind you of what you have and why you should appreciate it. And though you'll be having fun, it will be an educational vacation
. It will be a different type of experience, for the idea is different and new. If it is to be made in heart of activities, like a market center, some one will not even get the time to analyze it since they might be in a haste to leave or purchase whatever they need with their mind far off. And getting to know facts like what Bridget wanted to do in a park can be a new adventure and relaxing.
You make some very good points for both sides of the coin! I thought a memorial was a great idea, I just felt it would be better off to place it somewhere other than an amusement park. However, your ideas about why and how it would work in the amusement park are thought-provoking! Thanks!
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 21:15
by Brenda Creech
wendilou49 wrote: ↑04 Mar 2020, 23:31
I agree with you about the memorial, that it would be more effective and honoring to have it somewhere other than the amusement park. Somehow there two just don't go together in my mind. Was a memorial called for? Sure, just in a different place.
I agree whole-heartedly that a memorial was called for. If it was put in the middle of town more people would see it. Not everyone goes to an amusement park, but most everyone is in a town at times for something! Thanks for your thoughts!
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 21:20
by Brenda Creech
ElizaBeth Adams wrote: ↑05 Mar 2020, 09:51
I think if it was designed just right, the memorial and the amusement park could co-exist. People drawn in for the fun of the park may take the time to view the memorial and exhibit and have their eyes opened to Ireland's past. This may help educate people who wouldn't typically dig into the history on their own. The exhibit may even inspire people to dig into the history more on their own, and visit other museums.
Excellent reasons for putting it in an amusement park. It would be effective there, but I think more people would see and visit it in a town square or park. But I appreciate you sharing your thoughts, they are great!
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 05 Mar 2020, 21:24
by Brenda Creech
cpru68 wrote: ↑05 Mar 2020, 08:33
Having it separated from the amusement park would bring greater impact. Otherwise, visitors would glance at it and rush off to something else. Putting it out on its own display would cause people to stop and understand the significance of the memorial.
Absolutely! Having a memorial made was meant to have people visit it and learn the history of their ancestors. It can be sad to visit a memorial but all memorials deserve a place of honor.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 06 Mar 2020, 08:38
by AntonelaMaria
Dorcas Serwaa Adu wrote: ↑04 Mar 2020, 23:09
I agree to a certain extent, imagine going to an amusement park for all the fun, then bam, you see all these monuments portraying pain and anguish. As my guy will say "it will dampen your mood". But in a way too, it will help remind you of what you have and why you should appreciate it. And though you'll be having fun, it will be an educational vacation
. It will be a different type of experience, for the idea is different and new. If it is to be made in heart of activities, like a market center, some one will not even get the time to analyze it since they might be in a haste to leave or purchase whatever they need with their mind far off. And getting to know facts like what Bridget wanted to do in a park can be a new adventure and relaxing.
Thank you for giving me a different kind of perspective on this because I was not feeling the reasons why she would choose that place.
Re: The amusement park and the memorial
Posted: 06 Mar 2020, 09:46
by vermontelf
I think that having a memorial, somber and sad, is applicable to the amusement park. There are plenty of adults who bring children to the park who want a shady place to stop and rest and this would be the perfect place for something.
I'm torn about how this was depicted in the book. I love that the character was so adamant about having it "just so" in the park, but wonder if it is realistic as most people might want to find compromise and success.
. It will be a different type of experience, for the idea is different and new. If it is to be made in heart of activities, like a market center, some one will not even get the time to analyze it since they might be in a haste to leave or purchase whatever they need with their mind far off. And getting to know facts like what Bridget wanted to do in a park can be a new adventure and relaxing.