The Dream, Bronze memorial statue at Oregon Convention Center, Portland, US
The Dream is a bronze sculpture at the Oregon Convention Center showing Martin Luther King Jr alongside three allegorical figures. These figures represent different aspects of American life including workers, immigration, and social progress.
The sculpture was installed on August 28, 1998, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of King's famous speech. This deliberate timing links the work directly to a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement.
The memorial began as an idea from students at a local elementary school, making it a grassroots community creation. People visit to reflect on civil rights and the ongoing struggle for equality.
The sculpture is easy to access as a public artwork at the convention center. Visitors can view and photograph it freely at any time without restrictions.
Seventy-five bronze replicas of this sculpture exist around the world, making it one of the most widely distributed public artworks. The original mold pieces were designed to be shared with each replica owner.
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