Distant monument - Mount Rushmore National Memorial, SD. Throughout his 14 year involvement with the mountain, Gutzon Borglum received very little pay, insisting instead that the money be put toward the monument itself. Today he would be repaid many times over if he could see how many throng to view the memorial each day. Encompassing 1,278 acres of land, the memorial is open year round and admission is free. Photo: Russ Finley Film Size 6X7cm