Monument
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Memorial
A centennial-era memorial commemorating the life and presidency of John F. Kennedy.
Dedicated on July 4, 1964, during Shamokin's centennial era, this memorial honors President John F. Kennedy.
Dedicated in Shamokin’s Centennial Year
The marker records Kennedy's birth, inauguration, and death, and includes one of his most remembered calls to public service.
Why This Memorial Matters
The memorial was dedicated less than eight months after Kennedy's assassination. Its 1964 dedication also coincided with Shamokin's centennial celebration.
Location
Near 140 W Lincoln Street, Shamokin, PA