The Project

Shortly after the Ramsey Rotary club started in 2004, the group set out to complete a project to benefit its local community. The club considered building a city entrance monument or an entrance monument into The COR at Ramsey.

Nine months later, those plans for an entrance monument changed. On December 28, 2004 the city of Ramsey was rocked by an explosion that destroyed a building, killed three women and injured one man.

Community members, corporations, service groups and Minnesota Rotary clubs can be inspired by the hope that comes from tragedy and the bravery of everyday heroes that respond to local, national and global concerns.  Gratitude is expressed as we remember the spirit of lost loved ones, and those that through their actions, exemplify the Rotary’s mission of “service above self.”

Upon reflection of this tragic event, the Ramsey Rotary worked toward creating a public monument to memorialize tributes from throughout the community for the events and people that have touched our lives in special ways.

Ramsey Rotary commissioned a nationally known artist, GLENN TERRY, to artistically express both remembrance and gratitude.  Glenn insightfully describes the project as, “ a place for healing, a place for one to experience hope or joy, or for deep reflection and contemplation.” This project, named TWO RIVERS REFLECTIONS, will serve as a community gathering place.

Your help is needed to move this project forward. Please help Ramsey Rotary see this project through to completion by donating at the level you choose.

TWO RIVERS REFLECTIONS at the Draw Park in the City of Ramsey will be a special gathering place for the years to come.

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