Mayor Freddie O'Connell highlighted the mural as an inspirational display, stating, 'The work of Creative Girls Rock shows their immense talents while honoring the legacy of Elizabeth Duff who used her talents to become the city's first female and first African American female bus driver.' He emphasized that millions of riders would benefit from viewing this vibrant display.
WeGo CEO Steve Bland noted, 'This mural is especially important since it honors a groundbreaking Nashville bus operator. Our facilities reflect who we are as an organization and our commitment to the community.' His statement reinforced the significance of the mural in representing the organization’s values.
Nashville MTA Chair Gail Carr Williams stated, 'It's wonderful to have such bright colors and such a positive message at our facility. Creative Girls Rock did a great job with this artwork. It's a fitting tribute to a bus operator who exhibited such courage and tenacity as a trailblazer in Nashville.' This reflects the mural's importance not only to Elizabeth Duff but also to the community.
The unveiling event celebrated a legacy, emphasizing Elizabeth Duff's pioneering role as the first female and first African American female bus operator in Nashville. This legacy continues through her family's three generations of MTA and WeGo bus operators, with her grandson recently hired.
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