Emilio Carranza Memorial in Tabernacle | Atlas Obscura
Rising out of a clearing in New Jersey's Pine Barrens is an Aztec-inspired monument to the "Lindbergh of Mexico."

📜 Monument to Mexican aviator Emilio Carranza Rodríguez, who died in a plane crash in 1928.
🔍 Located in Wharton State Forest, paid for by "Pennies of Mexican Children".

Why Go

🕊️ Honors international friendship between US and Mexico
🦅 Unique Aztec-inspired falling eagle design
🌲 Scenic location in New Jersey's Pine Barrens

Why Avoid

🚫 Drones or commercial photography require special permit

Tips

🗓️ Annual memorial service held on second Saturday in July
♿ Contact Batsto Visitor Center for disability access information
♻️ Carry out your trash, no receptacles on site

Cost

💰 Entrance fee: None

Hours

🕒 Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset

Last updated 5 days ago

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