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Washington, District of Columbia
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The Stone of Hope is a central piece of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, which also includes the Mountain of Despair, symbolizing the struggle for freedom and equality.
The Stone of Hope was sculpted by Lei Yixin, a Chinese artist known for his large-scale public works.
The design of the Stone of Hope was inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech, specifically the line 'Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.'
The Stone of Hope stands at an impressive 30 feet tall, making it a prominent feature on the National Mall.
The memorial was dedicated on October 16, 2011, marking the 48th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech.
The sculpture is made from white granite, chosen for its durability and the way it reflects light, symbolizing hope and resilience.
The Stone of Hope faces the Tidal Basin, symbolically looking towards the Jefferson Memorial, which represents the ideals of liberty and equality.
