Source: Rockford Register Star, December 25, 2018
Art and Artists
Stronghold Castle
“A New Chapter for Stronghold Castle,” Northwest Quarterly, Cabin Fever, 2019, vol. 16, no.1. William A. Strong, publisher of the Chicago Daily News, purchased 360 acres and built Stronghold Castle in 1928-1929. Mr. Strong died in May 1931. In 1962, after Mrs. Strong died, the Presbytery of Blackhawk of PC (USA) bought the property. The murals in the castle were painted by Russian artist Nicholas Kaissakoff. One of the most popular events is the Olde English Faire, held the first full weekend in October.
Karla Clark, local author
Karla Clark, a local author and artist, is highlighted in the Spring 2019 issue of Pappagallo.
J.I. Case Co. “Old Abe” rooftop eagle – 1928
Source: This eagle was for sale on www.eBay.com Many pictures can be found that do not exist is newspapers or books, and are in this database so that people can see the place or house or item with their own eyes!
On the Waterfront, 2012 – hanging food tent lights, face painting
Source: Rockford Register Star 9/1/2012
Dohm, Ingrid Neuhofer – 2008
Source: Northwest Quarterly Magazine, Spring 2008
Austrian, best known for single floral still lifes. Three pictures of Ingrid in article
In 2006 she received the Blanche Ellis Starr Award for Leadership in the Arts.
Her work was featured in 2001, 2002 and 2005 Easter Seal Campaigns.
J.L. Clark donates 2,900 commemorative Rockford Peaches tins – May 23, 2018
Source: The Rock River Times May 23, 2018 vol. 25 no. 32
Norwood, P. Zoe
author, article, “Learn about Lincoln” thanking Rockford Register Star for “Measure of a Nation” Series Source: Rockford Register Star 4/30/2008
“All About Abe” Forever Free exhibit Source: Rockford Register Star 5/10/2008
author of article “Pioneering Women” Rockford Public Library is pleased to announce two programs Source: Rockford Register Star 3/19/2009
subject of an article; “Going it alone: Traveling Solo Can Lead to Self Discovery” Italian marble carving in a city north of Pisa Source: Rockford Register Star 4/24/2009
author “Parents, teachers, students invited to share ideas on Rockford Schools” Source: Rockford Register Star 5/2/2009
author of article ” Quality Education Takes Citywide Effort” Source: Rockford Register Star 6/20/2009
photo, at “Even Honors Downtown Supporters” River District’s Heart of Rockford awards Source: Rockford Register Star 8/7/2009
“Your views: Discussion Leaders of 2009” Rockford Register Star 12/31/2009
judge: Lincoln Bicenteenial Essay contest Rockford Register Star 2/12/2010
Librarian, Rockford Public Library
Mayor Nott, Byron
See Rockfordiana: Artists
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Joe Marino, statue – 7/5/2010
Source: Rockford Register Star 7/5/2010
formerly known as Waterside Park was renamed Joe Marino Park, July 4, 2010
Organized Independence Day Celebrations for 47 years
The statue was sculpted by David Seagraves and paid for by Friends of Joe Marino