About the Project

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At the heart of this project is a small but meaningful piece of land in Inman Park—a triangular space created during past street and traffic improvements. While functional, the result has long been an unsightly and underutilized corner in an otherwise vibrant and historic neighborhood.

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Rather than accept it as leftover space, the community has come together to reimagine what it could become.

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Neighbors are actively working on a thoughtful hardscape plan to transform the triangle into a place of beauty, reflection, and connection—something that feels worthy of Inman Park’s character and history. Central to that vision is the inclusion of a statue honoring John Lewis.

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This is not simply a monument. It is a living reminder of the spirit that defines this neighborhood.

For many years, during the Inman Park Festival and Parade, John Lewis rode through these very streets, waving, smiling, and connecting with neighbors. He was not just a national figure—he was present here, part of the life of this community. The statue captures that spirit: a moment of movement, of joy, of accessibility.

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Placed within a renewed and welcoming public space, the statue will serve several purposes. It will stand as a tribute to John Lewis and his enduring legacy of courage and justice. It will commemorate the annual traditions that bring the neighborhood together. And it will offer a place—both for residents and visitors—to pause, reflect, and remember.

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What was once an overlooked corner will become a destination: a small but powerful space where history, community, and public memory meet.