Strengthen the Arm of Liberty Monument

Strengthen the Arm of Liberty Monument is a copper statue depicting a raised arm holding a torch, set on a concrete base in Pine Bluff Memorial Gardens. The work stands as a focal point within the gardens, visible from the surrounding walkways and open spaces.

The monument was built in the 1950s by the Boy Scouts of America as part of a national campaign to encourage patriotism and civic responsibility. It represents one of several such replicas that the organization created across the country during that era.

The raised arm holding a torch represents freedom and civic duty, values that visitors encounter as they pass through the gardens. The bronze plaque at its base reinforces this connection and grounds the monument in the everyday life of the community.

The monument sits within Pine Bluff Memorial Gardens near the Civic Center and welcomes visitors at any time without restriction. Its central location makes it easy to reach on foot from surrounding streets.

The statue earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of only two Boy Scout Liberty replicas in Arkansas. This recognition highlights its importance as a historical work in the state.

GPS coordinates: 34.21947,-92.00108

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01