Buffalo, New York: Giant Head: Not MLK
Eight feet tall, unveiled Oct. 1983. Looks out over a park that bears Martin Luther King's name. Sculpted by John Wilson, who was criticized for making a giant head with zombie eyes that doesn't look like MLK. Supporters say it was never supposed to look like MLK.
- Address:
- Fillmore Ave., Buffalo, NY
- Directions:
- Northeast side of the city. Hwy 33/Kensington Expy exit onto Best St. Drive east a half-mile, then turn left at the stoplight onto Fillmore Ave. Make first right into parking lot. The head is back by the trees, at the semi-circular plaza, and can be difficult to see despite its size.
- Admission:
- Free
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Be warned; this is NOT a good likeness of the man! It's a giant, creepy head that makes you feel more like cringing with horror than remembering with reverence.
[Daina B., 11/26/2016]
Giant head of MLK -- all cleaned and ready!
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