Statue of Adam Clayton Powell Jr., Civil rights memorial statue in Harlem, United States
The bronze statue of Adam Clayton Powell Jr. stands at the intersection of 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard in Harlem, rising about 12 feet (3.7 meters) into the air. This monument serves as a focal point in this busy area of the city.
The monument was created in 2005 by sculptor Branly Cadet to honor a pioneering figure who served in Congress from 1945 to 1971 as New York's first African American representative. His life is closely tied to the advancement of the civil rights movement.
The statue occupies a location renamed after Powell, reflecting his ongoing importance to the local community. Visitors encounter a monument that shows the deep connection between this historical figure and the neighborhood where he worked.
The monument sits at a busy intersection and is easy to reach on foot, with multiple subway stations nearby. The best time to visit is during daytime when the surroundings are well lit and more people are in the area.
The monument features inscriptions with quotes that reveal Powell's thoughts about justice and lawmaking, allowing visitors to read his own words directly. These quotes transform the memorial into more than just a visual representation, making it a message from the past.
Location: New York City
Inception: 2005
Creator: Branly Cadet
GPS coordinates: 40.80902,-73.94793
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:44
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