Harriet Tubman Statue Unveiled In Philadelphia

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Harriet Tubman was honored with a statue in Philadelphia just in time for her 200th birthday.

Harriet Tubman statue

The nine feet tall and bronze, “Harriet Tubman, The Journey to Freedom” statue was sculpted by Wesley Wofford and unveiled on the northeast corner of City Hall.

The installation is more than just an art display, said Kelly Lee, the city’s Chief Cultural Officer.

“This traveling monument by sculptor Wesley Wofford represents Harriet Tubman’s courageous journey to free enslaved people. It beautifully illustrates her determination, despite the intense opposition, she faced.”

The sculpture will reside in Philadelphia until the end of March when the city will celebrate the anniversary of her birth in March of 1822.

The city has planned dozens of events  with the installation of the bronze statue including exhibits and screenings of the movie “Harriet”.

Wesley Wofford, the sculptor, will also participate in panel discussions.

Traveling exhibition

The statue is currently on a traveling exhibition, Philadelphia being the most recent host city, Wofford lending the statue to other states and institutions who would like to host it through 2023.

Tubman helped free more than 70 people from slavery. The statue depicts the last person she brought to freedom, a child she ultimately adopted.