Bobbi H.
4/29/2025
Very cool surprise when I went to visit the Roosevelt Lighthouse. The girl puzzle is comprised of 5 bronze sculptures, 3 stainless steel spheres, walkway and plaza with plaques offering audio...
The Girl Puzzle Monument honoring Nellie Bly
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900 Main St
New York, NY 10044
The Girl Puzzle Monument, located on Roosevelt Island in New York City, honors the legacy of Nellie Bly, a pioneering investigative journalist and advocate for marginalized voices. Designed by artist Amanda Matthews, the monument features diverse faces representing women and girls who have suffered from various forms of discrimination, while also celebrating hope and resilience.
This installation invites viewers to interact with its reflective surfaces, creating a dynamic experience that symbolizes the complexity of being broken and repaired. The monument is designed to be accessible, incorporating pathways, braille plaques, and audio descriptions to ensure inclusivity for all visitors.
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Minah M.
8/8/2023
This is an (almost) impossibly amazing female-forward collection by Amanda Matthews honoring women inspired by Nellie Bly, arguably the first American investigative journalist. After arriving via...
Chunjai K.
5/23/2023
I didn't know there is a nice, interesting monument at the tip of the Island. The Arts make Light house more interesting and probably attracts more people to come visited. Isn't just an oversize...
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