Freedom Rock Foundation

Freedom Rock Foundation maintains existing Freedom Rock murals by artist Ray Sorensen, with the goal of creating more unique Veteran artwork 🇺🇸

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

Memorial Day isn’t about a long weekend.
It’s about remembering the men and women who gave everything so the rest of us could live free.

Today at the Freedom Rock, surrounded by veterans, families, bikers, kids, old friends, and new faces, I was reminded again that patriotism is still alive and well in America.

This year’s rock honors 250 years of the American spirit — from Washington crossing the Delaware, to Teddy Roosevelt, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Grant, Medal of Honor recipients, the heroes of 9/11, Vietnam veterans, and the Iowans we lost in service this past year.

Every name, every face, every flag tells a story paid for by sacrifice.

Thank you to everyone who came out today, and especially to the Gold Star families and veterans who continue to carry the weight of service long after the battles end.

May we never forget that freedom is not inherited automatically — it is preserved by courage, sacrifice, and remembrance.

God bless our fallen heroes, our veterans, and the United States of America. 🇺🇸

[MedalOfHonorMurals @medalmurals]

Today—Medal of Honor Day—hits a little different when you’re working on these.

Bud & Darrell

Not just artwork—remembrance.

Not just history—legacy.

And we’re just getting started.

If your company wants to be part of this project, we’d love to visit—[email protected]

[MedalOfHonorMurals @medalmurals]

Still not done with the first side but excited to share the behind-the-scenes look at the first official “Medal of Honor Mural”, currently in progress — again, this is only one side of the two-sided tribute.

https://t.co/jO2H7o92in

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

As families gather this Christmas season, we pause to remember those who never made it home.

I drew this image as a reminder of those who never got to come home—those who gave everything so we could.

Behind every wreath is a sacrifice, a family, and freedom preserved.

We honor them today—and always.🇺🇸🎄

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

From one Iowan, in honor of two Iowans.

I created this illustration in honor of the two Iowa Army National Guard soldiers who lost their lives while serving in Syria.

They answered the call, served selflessly, and represented Iowa with honor.

Our thoughts are also with the interpreter and all others affected by this tragedy.

We remember them. We honor their sacrifice. And we hold their families, fellow Guardsmen, and loved ones in our prayers.

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

🇺🇸 250 Years of the U.S. Marine Corps 🇺🇸
Nov. 10, 1775 – Nov. 10, 2025

From the original Freedom Rock® in Iowa to the new Arizona Freedom Rock, Marine stories of grit, honor & sacrifice live on in every brushstroke.

They’ve stood ready in every battle, every generation — faithful to each other & the nation they defend.

Semper Fidelis.
#USMC250 #FreedomRock #SemperFi

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

The first Freedom Rock in Arizona 🇺🇸 now stands in Prescott Valley.
Each side honors a hero:
🪶 Navajo Code Talkers
🏈 Pat Tillman
💜 Lori Piestewa
🇺🇸 Ira Hayes
⚓ USS Arizona — past & future (SSN-803)

Different eras. One flag. One freedom.

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

Honored to see The Freedom Rock story shared by WORLD News Group. Grateful for the veterans who inspire every brushstroke. 🇺🇸
👉 https://t.co/gaAsaHWn9M

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

⚓️ Honoring 250 years of the U.S. Navy — from the sails of 1775 to the steel and stealth of today.
“Non sibi sed patriae” — Not for self, but for country.

#USNavy250 #FreedomRock #Veterans #PatrioticArt @USNavy

[Freedom Rock Foundation @FreedomRock_]

@CHDAngelMom @nicholasmcraig @campusreform @RyanAFournier @libsoftiktok Not a Freedom Rock®, but it breaks my heart all the same. Murals are meant to honor and inspire. Let’s be creators, not destroyers.

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An Iowa artist explains how a biker group mixed their fallen brother's ashes into his artwork. @FreedomRock_ @TheFreedomRock

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The process of bringing a Freedom Rock to every county in Iowa involved an exhaustive research process. @FreedomRock_ @TheFreedomRock

[IowaPodcast.com @IowaPodcast]

What's behind all the patriotic themed rocks across our state? We spoke to the artist. @FreedomRock_ @TheFreedomRock

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Have you seen a massive rock painted with a Veteran theme in Iowa? How about two of them? How about more? Is there something bigger behind the trend? It turns out, the Iowa artist started the project when he was 19 to honor veterans. Now every country in Iowa has one thanks to Ray “Bubba” Sorensen

Auto-play timestamps:
00:57 Meet Ray 'Bubba' Sorensen: @TheFreedomRock Guy
01:57 The Origin of the Freedom Rock
03:57 Expanding the Freedom Rock Tour
06:35 Challenges and Maintenance of the Freedom Rocks
09:58 Incorporating Veterans' Stories and Ashes
12:00 Creating Meaningful Memorials
14:48 Veterans' Reluctance to Share Their Stories
16:51 Memorable Stories from Painting the Freedom Rock
22:42 The Process of Creating a Freedom Rock
26:32 Expanding the Freedom Rock Project Nationwide
28:51 Supporting the @FreedomRock_

[Freedom Rock Foundation @FreedomRock_]

🇺🇸 On Armed Forces Day, we proudly honor those who served our country in uniform!

To our board members—Shelly Richardson, Frank Richardson, Isaac Sims, Henry Stone, Phil Thompson, and in memory of John Porter—thank you for your courage, leadership, and dedication to the FRF.

[Freedom Rock Foundation @FreedomRock_]

Its Medal of Honor day 🇺🇸
We are thrilled to announce a new project from The Freedom Rock Foundation! We’re working to honor all Medal of Honor recipients along Highway 20 in Iowa—and eventually across America.
Stay tuned for more updates, and check out https://t.co/GKE0yp5p2J

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

First completely different redo from the 99 County Iowa Freedom Rock Tour —in Centerville, IA 🇺🇸 https://t.co/hb6NxgFNFQ

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

Veterans Day is a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.🇺🇸

[Ray [Bubba] Sorensen @TheFreedomRock]

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