“This design reflects the natural ruggedness and beauty of the notch, and captures the awe-inspiring qualities and elusive imagery of the Great Stone Face,” said Maura Weston, Chair of the Legacy Fund. “It respects the integrity and historical significance of the Old Man of the Mountain at the same time that it creates a wonderful new attraction for future generations.”
The Mission The Old Man of the Mountain Legacy Fund will create a living legacy to perpetuate New Hampshire’s natural beauty, strength of character and independence of spirit as captured and reflected by the Old Man’s granite profile which watched over New Hampshire until May 3, 2003.
This may be the LAST picture taken of The Old Man of the Mountain. It was taken at dusk on Wednesday, April 30th. Clouds and rain were rolling in at that time and did not clear until Saturday, May 3rd, when it was discovered that he had fallen from his perch. (Linda Ray Wilson, NH Division of Historical Resources)
New Hampshire is a place where people from all over the country can come to feel "at home." The Old Man was far more than just a state symbol—he was a national treasure.
--Julia Payne, Stamford, CT
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