Luigi’s Legacy / Progress

21
July

About Luigi Del Bianco

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Luigi Del Bianco, an Italian Immigrant, played an important part in bringing to life a great American monument. This site was launched in 2009 in an effort to gain Luigi the recognition he truly deserves.

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6
July

CBS Evening News

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Hundreds of men worked on the iconic sculptures at Mount Rushmore. But Lou Del Bianco’s grandfather, Luigi, was the only chief carver trusted to sculpt the most significant details. And now, years after his grandfather’s death, Lou finally has secured for his grandfather the recognition he deserves. Anne-Marie Green reports.  

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15
April

New Book About Luigi

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Journalist Douglas Gladstone has written a wonderfully thought provoking book about Luigi entitled, “Carving a Niche for Himself: The Untold Story of Luigi Del Bianco”

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  • Latest News

    YOUNG ARTIST LOVES LUIGI!

    March 13, 2026
    After a recent elementary school performance of “Out of Rushmore’s Shadow”, a young girl came up to me and gave me a bunch of stickum notes with illustrations she drew and themes she jotted down during the show. The girl was obviously inspired by Luigi’s unique story and wanted to express her appreciation using her […]

    AWESOME VIDEO HONORS LUIGI!

    February 21, 2026
    all.things.italiano made a wonderful video featuring “Nonno Giuseppe” who talks about the amazing achievement of Mount Rushmore’s chief carver. Grazie tante to all.things.italiano. Enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/reel/713582098379038