I wanted to share a really special photo I snapped last Saturday in NYC . It’s this incredible monument for American activists Sojourner Truth, Susan Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.
You can find it in Central Park, NYC – it’s called the Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument, honoring these three amazing women who were paramount for women’s rights. I found out later online that it was unveiled in August 2020. That was to mark 100 years since the 19th Amendment, which gave women the vote. What’s really impressive is that it’s actually the first statue in Central Park that shows real, historical women – simply stunning! There was this concept called “breaking the bronze ceiling” which I knew nothing . After some reading I learned that breaking the bronze ceiling meant facing the underrepresentation of real, historical women (and often other marginalized groups) in public monuments. The sculptor, Meredith Bergmann (with support from the organization Monumental Women), shows them in action: Truth speaking, Anthony organizing, and Stanton writing. It really captures the heart of their activism and is just so powerful to see.
The amazing thing was, I happened to be on a photowalk with my oldest daughter that day – it was our very first Google Photowalk and we decided to visit the city! Stumbling upon this monument, especially with its immense meaning for everyone, felt like a really lucky father-daughter moment. It was a perfect chance to chat with her about how brave these women were and how they’ve helped make things brighter with more opportunities, equality, and a promising future for her generation and those to come. She felt empowered and proud just by listening to this short story.
Observing all these monuments, sculptures, fountains, and mosaics got me thinking about a way to help people in Google Maps. As a result, I kicked off my new Google Maps list, “Monuments and statues in NYC” I’m hoping it helps anyone curious to learn a bit more about these amazing people and important historical moments. Monuments and statues in NYC
nice sharing @marcorp I totally agree that such a movement for awareness of women’s rights is worth remembering and hopefully will be an inspiration for future generations.
@marcorp@BudionoS what an incredible father-daughter adventure! Stumbling upon the Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument must have felt like uncovering a hidden treasure of history in the heart of Central Park. The image of Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton captured in action is more than just bronze—it’s a testament to courage, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of equality. Your story brought it to life beautifully.
It’s amazing how a simple photowalk turned into a meaningful history lesson for your daughter. Moments like these are seeds of empowerment for young minds, and I can only imagine how her eyes must have lit up as you shared the stories of these extraordinary women who dared to change the world.
Your initiative with the “Monuments and Statues in NYC” list on Google Maps is such a brilliant idea! Not only are you mapping out destinations, but you’re also curating a journey through time, where every statue has a story, and every monument is a page of history. This is the true spirit of being a Google Local Guide—connecting people not just to places, but to experiences and knowledge. Thank you for sharing this journey and for inspiring the Local Guides Connect community with your passion for discovery and storytelling. Looking forward to seeing your list grow. Sir @KashifMisidia
How I miss Central Park @marcorp … there were days when my family and I strolled around this huge park and enjoyed every part of it. My favorite is the museum miles and the Belvedere .
It’s wonderful to see the monuments and statues that commemorate important milestone for the people and the nations. Thanks for sharing it with us and remind me of all the mementos from our Big Apple chapter.
Hey @marcorp thanks for sharing this meaningful and special story.
Meaningful because it’s based on women’s rights. Somewhere, some ladies, in some era stood up for women’s rights and the effect is felt till today.
Such story brings awareness and inspires Many.
I was there In June 2022 and I captured the photo of same monument, after reading the story. Sharing my pic
Also your story becomes special because you shared the moment with your daughter.
And I can fathom your feeling cos i have a daughter too.
Enjoyed going through your story.Best wishes to you
@BudionoS Hi there, thanks for your response. It was inspiring, especially because I have two daughters, so telling them about the strength and will of these amazing pioneers will make them realize that the sky is the limit.
@TravellerG Always nice to hear from you, my friend. I got lucky this time, and the timing was perfect to share a moment with my daughter and talk about equality and so many other things.
@indahnuria Hi there! Yes, NYC has its charm and a million things to do. I live quite close, so I try to visit the city during spring, fall, and winter. I have to admit that summer is maybe too hot, so going to the beach:beach_with_umbrella: (Jersey Shore) makes more sense to me. Now, the multiculturalism of New York, its traditions (the subway, baseball, the Knicks, street hot dogs—LOL) are just too fascinating. At the same time, there is some sort of connection because my grandmother lived in the city in the mid-1950s. Anyways, it was very nice to read that you had some time in NYC as well; I bet you enjoyed it quite a bit!
@apcomian hi Thanks for taking the time to comment on my story! Sometimes, the unplanned turns out far better than what I carefully organized. At the end of the day, what really matters is what you can remember that is meaningful. This full day is a very good example; I enjoyed it to the fullest and came up with some ideas to explore further and enhance my Google Maps contributions.
That’s the essence of life. Life is actually accumulations of small pleasures, like the moment with your loved ones ,the moment in Nature, the joy of small discoveries, that we sometime failed to see. You are blessed.
. It’s this incredible monument for American activists Sojourner Truth, Susan Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. 
that it was unveiled in August 2020. That was to mark 100 years since the 19th Amendment, which gave women the vote. What’s really impressive is that it’s actually the first statue in Central Park that shows real, historical women – simply stunning! There was this concept called “breaking the bronze ceiling” which I knew nothing 
. After some reading I learned that breaking the bronze ceiling meant facing the underrepresentation of real, historical women (and often other marginalized groups) in public monuments. 
The sculptor, Meredith Bergmann (with support from the organization Monumental Women), shows them in action: Truth speaking, Anthony organizing, and Stanton writing. It really captures the heart of their activism and is just so powerful to see. 
– it was our very first Google Photowalk and we decided to visit the city! 
Stumbling upon this monument, especially with its immense meaning for everyone, felt like a really lucky father-daughter moment. It was a perfect chance to chat with her about how brave these women were and how they’ve helped make things brighter with more opportunities, equality, and a promising future for her generation and those to come. She felt empowered and proud just by listening to this short story. 
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cos i have a daughter too.
I have to admit that summer is maybe too hot, so going to the beach:beach_with_umbrella: (Jersey Shore) makes more sense to me. Now, the multiculturalism of New York, its traditions (the subway, baseball, the Knicks, street hot dogs—LOL) are just too fascinating. At the same time, there is some sort of connection because my grandmother lived in the city in the mid-1950s. 
Anyways, it was very nice to read that you had some time in NYC as well; I bet you enjoyed it quite a bit! 
Thanks for taking the time to comment on my story! Sometimes, the unplanned turns out far better than what I carefully organized. At the end of the day, what really matters is what you can remember that is meaningful.
