He suggested seeking building funds through government grants, a national fundraising campaign or through corporate sponsorship. After the monument is built, Davis proposed turning it over to the National Park Service. Following the presentation, members of the master planning committee indicated by a show of hands they believe the idea is worth further exploration. Next, Davis will seek approval from the Lincoln City Council and Logan County Board. Fed X sought out the Washington Redskins.
Big money seeks out big ideas.
Davis would like to interest Disney in the project with the Lincoln statue utilized as the centerpiece for a historical theme park. The thought is overwhelming. I could see the thing exploding, and we'd better be ready. I wouldn't dismiss an idea like this out of hand. This could be a Nantucket sleigh ride.