Groundbreaking for memorial to late Fred Rogers

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ^ | Friday, March 21, 2008

[Deaner59]

A groundbreaking ceremony was held yesterday for "Tribute to Children," a memorial to the late children's television pioneer Fred Rogers. The memorial will include a Robert Berks bronze statue of Mr. Rogers and a walk-around platform that runs through the Manchester Pier on the North Shore near Heinz Field and the Ohio River. His widow, Joanne Rogers chatted with people in the crowd at the festivities, which coincided with the anniversary of Mr. Rogers' 80th birthday. Site preparation and construction will start soon, with the unveiling expected in the fall.

[cherry]

oh brother....

[Lijahsbubbe]

I’ve heard such wonderful things about Fred Rogers. I pray that they’re true. It seems hard these days to find a high profile man who is gentle and truly cares about children.

[PennsylvaniaMom]

I had the pleasure of (briefly) meeting Mr. Rogers in a grocery store near his home. My son, who was about 4 1/2 made an audible 'gasp' when he saw Mr. R. (and he was wearing a wind breaker, not a sweater btw). He spoke to my son (and my daughter who was also with me) just like he spoke on his show. He was very kind. It was random, at an early morning hour, but he took a couple minutes and he genuinely seemed to enjoy talking to little ones. A very classy guy...and this Arch that is planned is a genuine tribute.

No matter how hot the summer may be, wear a sweater when you go visit this on the North Shore.

:)PaMom