Fred Rogers Memorial

Project

The Fred Rogers Memorial, also known as the Pittsburgh Tribute to Children, was created by forming an elliptical opening in the center of an existing unused bridge pier.

Franco furnished and installed the cast stone soffit and trim around the ellipse, which was a mathematical feat in itself. Additionally, Franco cleaned and restored the existing stone bridge pier and installed new sandstone to match the existing at the base of the monument along the river below.

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Franco utilizes a union labor force to achieve the highest quality of workmanship, with a strong focus placed on safety.

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Verizon Phase II

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Point State Park Public Space

Point Park University – Public Space

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CCAC K. Leroy Irvis Science Center

CCAC K. Leroy Irvis Science Center

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Heinz Field

Heinz Field Stadium

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Flight 93 Memorial

Flight 93 Memorial

Project Shanksville, Pennsylvania Located in Shanksville, PA, the Flight 93 Memorial pays tribute to those on the flight on September 11, 2001. Franco was honored …