A statue honoring civil rights hero and US Congressman John Lewis is set to be unveiled this Saturday in Decatur Square, just outside of Atlanta. The statue, created by renowned Jamaican sculptor Basil Watson, stands 12 feet tall atop a granite pedestal and depicts Lewis with his hands over his heart, symbolizing his love for others.
John Lewis, a prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement, was known for his lifelong dedication to social issues and equality. He was one of the original Freedom Riders and a key figure in organizing the historic March on Washington where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech.
