Statue of Josh Gibson facts for kids
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| Year | April 08, 2009 |
| Type | Bronze |
| Location | Washington, D.C., United States |
| 38°52′26.5″N 77°0′27.1″W / 38.874028°N 77.007528°W | |
| Owner | private |
The Josh Gibson sculpture is a public artwork found at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., United States. It was created by sculptor Omri Amrany.
What Does the Sculpture Show?
This statue shows Josh Gibson, a famous baseball player. He was a catcher in the Negro leagues. He is also a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame. The sculpture shows him in a batting pose, ready to hit a baseball.
Who is the Artist?
The artist behind the Josh Gibson sculpture is Omri Amrany. He is an Israeli-American sculptor. Amrany is well-known for creating many impressive sculptures.
When Was the Sculpture Made?
The D.C. Commission for The Arts & Humanities asked for this sculpture to be made. It was officially shown to the public on April 8, 2009. Members of the Gibson Family were there for the unveiling at Nationals Park.
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