Bill Morrison (American, b. 1959). A Century of Values 1910-2010, Celebrating the Boy Scouts of America Centennial, 2010...

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Bill Morrison (American, b. 1959)
A Century of Values 1910-2010, Celebrating the Boy Scouts of America Centennial, 2010
Acrylic on canvas
24 x 36 inches (61.0 x 91.4 cm)
Signed and inscribed lower right: Bill Morrison Troop 1380

Property from the BSA Settlement Trust, Sold for the Benefit of Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Bill Morrison's A Century of Values: 1910-2010 is a vibrant, densely layered tribute to the Boy Scouts of America on the occasion of its centennial. Commissioned by the BSA in 2010, the painting celebrates a hundred years of leadership, service, and civic engagement. With a mural-like intensity, Morrison weaves together founding figures like Robert Baden-Powell and James E. West, influential Scout alumni-including presidents, astronauts, and civic leaders-and iconic imagery from Boys' Life, Scouting magazine, and official handbooks.

The American flag and eagle underscore national pride, while badges, uniforms, and outdoor scenes highlight core Scouting values: preparedness, conservation, and community. Morrison creates more than a commemorative tableau-it's a visual narrative of American character through the lens of Scouting. The painting serves as both a time capsule and an inspiration, reinforcing the enduring impact of the BSA's mission across generations.


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