NYC Unveils Design Proposals for Billie Holiday Monument in Queens
New York City's Department of Cultural Affairs has revealed design proposals for a monument honoring jazz legend Billie Holiday. The monument, which will be installed at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center in Queens, is part of an initiative to increase the representation of influential women in public spaces across the city. Six artists have submitted proposals, and the public is invited to review and provide feedback on these designs through the end of May. The final design will be selected by a panel this summer. The monument is part of the She Built NYC campaign, which aims to ensure that half of the city's statues honor women. This initiative was stalled during the pandemic but was revived in March 2024. 
