On any given day, especially in February, it is common to see people stopping by this iconic statue on the campus of North Carolina A & T University. Dedicated in 2002, it features Jibreel Khazan (Ezell Blair, Jr.), Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, and David Richmond. Sculptor James Barnhill decided to sculpt the four men marching as they left the February 1, 1960 sit in, as opposed to their sitting. He said he felt like this position had a stronger visual impact.*
Dressed for church, it was with great pride and joy that this family posed in front of the statue on a quiet Sunday morning on campus. What a wonderful way to help children remember history and learn about a monumental event that impacted our country.
* reference and more information, here.
Inspiring!
Posted by: William Kendall | Monday, February 04, 2019 at 04:25 PM
It is an imposing sculpture Janis, would be incredibly tempting to stop for a minute and pose for a pic ✨
Posted by: Grace | Tuesday, February 05, 2019 at 08:02 AM