So much has happened over the past few weeks. The tragic hit-and-run accidents, the Eastern Market fire and the Georgetown fire have been much on my mind. The removal of the Awakening, a well-known piece of sculpture and a hallmark of Haines Point, to Prince Georges County is another loss to our city. The arts make a city vibrant, and our city's vitality is due in no small part to its monuments, public art, museums, and theaters. Should developers get to decide the fate of the famous hand that appeared to rise from the banks of the Anacostia River?
I do not understand why the Awakening wasn't owned by the city or the Parks Service in the first place. The sculpture is leaving our city. Done. Gone. And we will just have to live with it. Will something replace it to offer amazement and contemplation to residents and visitor's, alike?
I urge our city leaders to think about the important role of the arts in Washington, DC, a world-class city. The arts are not just for tourists and elites. They bring joy and pride to our residents who consider the culture and uniqueness of our Capital City an integral part of their lives. Let's audit the artwork across the city and make sure that we do not lose any more landmarks.
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