Madonna of the Trail statue at Wheeling Park in Wheeling, West Virginia by Auguste Leimback

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The Madonna of the Trail statue at Wheeling Park in Wheeling, West Virginia, is one of twelve monuments honoring pioneer women across the United States. Sculpted by Auguste Leimbach, it commemorates the bravery and endurance of women settlers along the National Old Trails Road. Located at National Road (US 40) and Wheeling Park Drive, the statue is a key historical landmark in the region. It was commissioned by the Daughters of the American Revolution and is part of a national series celebrating pioneer heritage.