A West Philadelphia neighborhood si seeking ways to rebuild Malcolm X Memorial Park after a devastating fire destroyed the electrical system, restrooms and mural of the Civil Rights leader.
The center of a beloved park in the heart of West Philadelphia is still surrounded by yellow tape after a fire two weeks ago.The fire happened just after 6:15 a.m. on Saturday March 2, according to Philadelphia Fire. The small building at Malcolm X Memorial Park was destroyed, which includes the men’s and women’s restrooms, a storage room and the electrical system.Philadelphia Fire said two people were injured and the cause is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office.
"Cojulun said Mural Arts Philadelphia will explore options to restore or replicate the mural honoring Malcolm X."Honor him and his legacy. What he did to help the black man and brown man out here in the world as it is today," said Cojulun.Councilmember Jamie Gauthier said her office is contributing $270,000 for repairs and State Representative Rick Krajewski says he secured $100,000 in state funding.
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