Nittany Lion Shrine - Wikipedia
WEBThe Nittany Lion Shrine is a large mountain lion sculpture carved by Heinz Warneke located at the University Park campus of Pennsylvania State University.
Nittany Lion Shrine | History | Penn State
WEBThe Nittany Lion Shrine at the University Park campus is recognized as one of the most photographed landmarks in the entire state. This beloved touchpoint not only symbolizes Penn State’s spirit, but also stands as a picturesque attraction that …
Renovated Nittany Lion Shrine once again open for visitors
WEBOct 9, 2013 · The Nittany Lion Shrine, beloved Penn State landmark and the most photographed location on the University Park campus, is once again open for visitors after being closed for renovations since May.
81 years ago today: A Nittany Lion statue photo story
WEBOct 23, 2023 · Oct. 24 marks the anniversary of the dedication of Penn State's Nittany Lion shrine, a gift from the class of 1940. The statue of a mountain lion at University Park was created by sculptor Heinz Warneke in 1942 from a 13-ton block of Indiana limestone.
‘Icon of icons’ | The long history of Penn State’s Nittany ...
WEBFeb 24, 2022 · Tucked in its wooded corner of campus, surrounded by rocks quarried from Mount Nittany, the Nittany Lion Shrine will not only remain a popular photo spot but the eternal source of Penn State pride. “It is such an important piece of our heritage and our lore and our tradition and our pride.
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WEBNittany Lion Shrine. The embodiment of the Penn State spirit for many is the statue of the Nittany Lion, situated in a small grove of trees to the east of Rec Hall. It is quite likely the most photographed place on the campus.
'It’s who Penn State is': The Nittany Lion shrine turns 75 ...
WEBOct 24, 2017 · The Nittany Lion shrine sits on West Campus, near Rec Hall in 2004. Collegian Staff. Thomas King, 19, from Lynchburg, Virginia, was at the shrine to show his friend the Lion. Though King doesn’t attend Penn State, he wanted to enjoy the view by the Lion rather than capture it in a picture.
The ‘Magic of Simplicity’ at the Nittany Lion Shrine
WEBSep 6, 2013 · The ‘Magic of Simplicity’ at the Nittany Lion Shrine. Chris Buchignani. Culture • Enchantment • Penn State Spirit. September 6, 2013. The Nittany Lion Shrine was reopened this week after a summer of renovation. Kevin Horne, Managing Editor of Onward State, shares his perspective on the iconic symbol of the campus: I …
The Nittany Lion - Penn State University Libraries
WEBThe work of noted sculptor Heinz Warneke, the crouching powerful figure is now the popular Nittany Lion Shrine, located at Penn State's University Park campus on a grassy mound amid tall trees near Recreation Building.
The Nittany Lion Shrine: Story behind one of Penn State's ...
WEBFeb 5, 2018 · On the afternoon of Saturday, Feb. 3, families, Penn State students and high school students crowded around the shrine to take pictures despite very cold temperatures. Aiyana Crump, a high school junior from Chicago, was …
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