2 many of the benches bear the traditional in memory of.
Bench in memory of someone.
Many relatives and friends like the idea of the bench being in the person s favourite spot such as their local park or by the seafront.
According to the central park conservancy the organization responsible for the park s maintenance and operation more than 6 800 of these benches feature small engraved plaques signifying that someone has adopted the bench often in memory of a loved one.
Boardwalk benches through a ttf facilitated bench adoption program members of the public are now able to honor and dedicate these benches to loved ones.
Adopting a bench is a beautiful and impactful way to personalize a part of the trail and honor a loved one.
Many arts venues offer the opportunity for people to sponsor a seat with a commemorative plaque in someone s name.
Read about other ways to commemorate the life of someone special by dedicating a memorial bench or other public memorial to them.
The use of memorial benches as structures to honor someone is becoming more common among individuals groups and organizations.
Either option is available at an average cost of 50.
We ve all walked by or perhaps even sat on a smartly placed park bench in our local park and noticed a nameplate or plaque on the bench designating it as a bench for an historical event local good samaritan or outstanding park fundraiser supporter or donor.
Remembrance benches are a gentle way of remembering someone who has passed.