By MELISSA MARKARIDIAN SELVERIAN

After five years of planning, the Philadelphia Armenian community will break ground on the Armenian Heritage Walk, an expansive outdoor parcel to feature exquisite public art and gardens featuring the legendary Young Meher statue beside the world-famous Philadelphia Museum of Art on Saturday, April 26, 2025. All are welcome to attend the afternoon event beginning at 2 p.m., which will celebrate the Armenian-American story and give thanks to America on the 250th anniversary of its founding. Leaders of the city, bishops of the Diocese and Prelacy, clergy of the five area Armenian churches, and representatives of Armenian organizations will be in attendance. Students of the Armenian Sisters Academy will take the stage with other artists in musical interludes.

A collaboration of the Armenian community with the city of Philadelphia, the Armenian Heritage Walk will showcase a restored Young Meher statue, which has towered at the site in tribute to the indomitable spirit of the Armenian people for 50 years. Surrounding the centerpiece will be a winding trail of art and natural elements of Armenian and American origin. Visitors will be able to reflect on the value of cultural diversity as they explore the story of a people exiled in genocide who found a home in the birthplace of the nation and made lasting contributions to it.

The Philadelphia Armenian community invites all to join in this historic celebration. The Armenian Heritage Walk relies on contributions from all Armenians and their friends. Please consider donating at www.armenianheritagewalk.org .

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