Today one of America’s favorite monuments celebrates its 134th birthday! The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886 by President Cleveland.  

Here are some of my favorite fun facts about the statue: 

-The statue looks like its creator, Frederic-Auguste Batholdi’s, mother. 

-The statue used to be copper colored, but overtime weathered to the green color we see today. 

To celebrate Lady Liberty’s birthday, check out these books for more facts!    

written by Marion Dane Bauer and illustrated by John Wallace

Suggested for ages 5-6 

by Dave Eggers with art by Shawn Harris 

Suggested for ages 5-8 

Written by Joan Holub and illustrated by John Hinderliter 

Suggested for ages 9 - 11

written by Linda Glaser with paintings by Claire A. Nivola

Suggested for ages 6-7 

written by Nancy Ohlin and illustrated by Roger Simó

Suggested for ages 8-9