Hippie Memorial

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115 N Oak St
Arcola, IL 61910

The One and Only Hippie Memorial, created by the late Bob Moomaw, is a unique 62-foot-long artwork located in downtown Arcola, Illinois. Celebrating Moomaw's life through a vivid display that spans his experiences from the Great Depression to the rise of the hippie movement, the memorial serves as a testament to the colorful and tumultuous history of American culture.

Despite Moomaw's passing in 1998, the memorial remains a significant local attraction, reflecting his unapologetic spirit and commentary on society. Nestled near the railroad tracks on North Oak Street, it invites visitors to explore the unconventional side of Arcola, a town also known for its quirky attractions like Rockome Gardens and its annual broomcorn festival.

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You Might as Well Stop If You Are in Arcola...It Is the Only US Hippie Memorial
9/5/2024

We actually headed to Arcola, IL to take in the tributes to Raggedy Ann and Andy who we created ther...

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Awesome ✌️
8/8/2024

Just had to stop when I read about this awesome memorial!! Some may say it’s cheesy but we loved it....

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A lot to experience in a small town
6/25/2024

We added this stop to our route after seeing the reviews on here.We were pleasantly surprised that t...

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