Explore the Life of Shirley Chisholm With MCNY Exhibit
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The Museum of the City of New York hosts an exhibit celebrating Shirley Chisholm's 100th birthday, allowing visitors to operate a 1972 voting booth. This exhibit, titled "Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100," highlights her heritage, pioneering political career, and legacy through various multimedia displays. The exhibit also features a reading nook for children and bilingual texts in English and Spanish. Visitors can participate in a voting tally to honor Chisholm's political contributions, encapsulating her fight for equality and representation in American politics.
Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100," opened in June and visitors have until July 20 to delve into the examination of her heritage, groundbreaking political work, and legacy.
A section of the exhibit also explores works inspired by Chisholm and more recent efforts to commemorate her life, including plans for a monument in Prospect Park.
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