ARCHBISHOP ANOUSHAVAN INTRODUCED TO ARMENIAN HERITAGE WALK PROJECT
On Thursday, May 1, during his visit to the Armenian Sisters Academy in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Archbishop Anoushavan, Prelate, was also introduced to the Armenian Heritage Walk project—a visionary initiative of the Armenian Heritage Foundation of Philadelphia. The project centers around the revitalization of the iconic Young Meher statue, originally unveiled in 1976 on the grounds of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Mr. Kurk Selverian, the chairman of the project, provided an insightful overview of the multi-phase project, outlining its purpose and progress.
The Armenian Heritage Walk aims to serve as a living tribute to the endurance and contributions of Armenian Americans. Phase one, whose groundbreaking was held on April 27, will restore the Young Meher statue and construct the foundational walkway. Phase two will include the installation of curated public artworks that celebrate Armenian identity, culture, and history. The completed project is expected to be unveiled in April 2026—coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States and marking 50 years since the original statue’s installation.
Notably, the walkway will be anchored by boulders sourced from various regions of Armenia—stones that represent the geographic and cultural breadth of our homeland. These stones will serve as physical and symbolic bridges, uniting the ancestral land with the American chapter of the Armenian story.
The Armenian Heritage Foundation of Philadelphia stands as a testament to the community’s commitment to preserving and sharing Armenian culture. Through initiatives like the Heritage Walk, they seek not only to honor the past, but to educate and inspire future generations.
