The Nittany Lion Shrine at the University Park campus is recognized as one of the most photographed landmarks in the entire state. This beloved touchpoint not only symbolizes Penn State’s spirit, but also stands as a picturesque attraction that draws visitors from near and far.

The Nittany Lion Shrine is a large mountain lion sculpture carved by Heinz Warneke located at the University Park campus of Pennsylvania State University.

Oct 23, 2023 · Oct. 24 marks the anniversary of the dedication of Penn State's Nittany Lion shrine, a gift from the class of 1940. The statue of a mountain lion at University Park was created by sculptor Heinz Warneke in 1942 from a 13-ton block of Indiana limestone.

Feb 2, 2018 · For decades, proud Penn Staters have posed with the Lion while sporting poodle skirts in the fifties, bell bottoms in the seventies and “mom” jeans in the nineties. As the second most photographed spot in Pennsylvania (behind the Liberty Bell), the shrine has become part of the Penn State tradition for generations of students.

Feb 24, 2022 · Tucked in its wooded corner of campus, surrounded by rocks quarried from Mount Nittany, the Nittany Lion Shrine will not only remain a popular photo spot but the eternal source of Penn State pride.

Apr 18, 2024 · The idea for Penn State’s beloved Nittany Lion mascot was formed on this day (April 20) in 1904. As we celebrate the 119th birthday of the "Symbol of Our Best," we pay homage to our mascot, the story of its origin and how its …

Oct 24, 2017 · A small Nittany Lion statue with an oak base sells for almost $120 at the Penn State University Park Official Bookstore, while a 36-inch plastic lion statue goes for almost $180 at McLanahan’s.

The embodiment of the Penn State spirit for many is the statue of the Nittany Lion, situated in a small grove of trees to the east of Rec Hall. It is quite likely the most photographed place on the campus.

The Shrine memorializes the mountain lions that roamed the hills around Nittany Valley before the University was founded in 1855. The Shrine was created by sculptor, Heinz Warneke, out of a …

Welcome to Penn State Altoona! The Nittany Lion became Penn State’s mascot in 1904. With lion shrines at all Penn State campuses, it is not only a popular photo opportunity but reminds us that WE ARE Penn State, no matter what our campus location.