Philadelphia has taken a step toward enshrining its civil rights legacy with the planned installation of a statue honoring Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander. Announced by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and Creative Philadelphia, the statue is set to stand vigil near the Municipal Services Building. The winning artist, selected after a rigorous search, will create a permanent tribute to the Philadelphia-born activist who tirelessly championed civil rights.
According to a press release from the Mayor's office, the announcement will take place today, at the North Apron of 1400 John F. Kennedy Blvd. Reflecting the city's commitment to preserving its rich history, the installation joins an array of monuments that thread through the streets of Philadelphia, making visible the invisible histories of those who shaped the nation's storied past.
In a parallel effort to steer the City’s future, Mayor Parker will also usher in new leadership within her administration. City Hall's corridors will be the stage for the introduction of the officials set to take up key roles. On the second floor, within the Mayor's Reception Room, the announcement will lay bare the new appointees expected to propel the city forward, as detailed by the same press release.
The selected individuals are charged with infusing new energy into the city’s development trajectory. Details regarding their visions and expected contributions to the city will be unveiled, serving as a preview to a renewed administration that, under Parker’s guidance, aims to navigate through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
