The murals can be found near the iconic Rocky Statue at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
New murals have been unveiled near the iconic Rocky Statue at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.Four Philadelphia ns were chosen to be recognized based on five criteria: grit and determination, heart and compassion, community connection, Philadelphia pride, and inspirational stories.
“Our Real Life Rockys remind us of the strength within our own communities,” said Jane Golden, Executive Director at Mural Arts Philadelphia. “Through these mural monuments, we hope to inspire others to celebrate resilience and recognize the everyday heroes among us.”Raised in Germantown, Chantay has been a passionate advocate for families impacted by gun violence since the tragic loss of her brother, Emir.
“Thousands of visitors come to see the Rocky statue each week, and this project gives visitors a peek into Philadelphia’s real-life champions and creative communities,” added Kathryn Ott Lovell, President & CEO Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. “The stories of Chantay, Michelle, Jimmy, and Joshua reflect the power of resilience and that we celebrate when we watch Rocky, and that defines us as Philadelphians.
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