Plans to create a memorial park and erect an Angel of Hope statue on the Iron Range started in the fall of 2009. A group of bereaved parents shared a vision of a quiet place where families could go to remember their children and heal. With this vision in mind, the group decided to create a memorial park with the Angel of Hope as it’s centerpiece. The City of Virginia graciously agreed to dedicate the land to create a Children’s Memorial Park. The Committee for the Children’s Memorial Park is in the beginning stage of raising money to purchase the Angel of Hope statue, as well as memorial walls with the names of children that will be remembered forever, provide the trees and plaques to the families requesting one, and a walkway around the park with benches along the walkway.
If you would like to make a donation to help build the park or wish to become involved in any way, please contact a committee member.
