The Fearless Girl — Attraction in New York

Fearless Girl is a bronze sculpture by Kristen Visbal, on Broad Street across from the New York Stock Exchange Building in the Financial District of Manhattan in New York City. The statue was installed on March 7, 2017, in anticipation of International Women's Day the following day. It depicts a 4-foot high (1.2 m) girl promoting female empowerment. Fearless Girl was commissioned by State Street Global Advisors (SSGA), a large asset management company, to advertise for an index fund that comprises gender-diverse companies that have a relatively high percentage of women among their senior leadership. A plaque originally placed below the statue stated: "Know the power of women in leadership. SHE makes a difference," with "SHE" being both a descriptive pronoun and the fund's NASDAQ ticker symbol. The statue was first installed at the northern tip of Bowling Green on Broadway,[4] facing down the Charging Bull statue. Following complaints from that statue's sculptor, Arturo Di Modica, it was removed in November 2018 and relocated to its current location the following month. A plaque with footprints was placed on the original site of...

Took my 17 year old daughter to see this and The Raging Bull after we tended to some business. When we first walked by it was only 1 person taking a picture, but my daughter insisted she was hungry and just wanted to get to Potbelly for a sandwich.

By the time we had lunch, we decided to do the SeaGlass Carousel, which was spectacular. We then headed to the charging bull/Raging Bull statue and much to my surprise there was a long line to take a picture in front and even behind it. I mean seriously ridiculous. Especially people who were grabbing the balls of the bull which was so strange. 🙄

Anyway, we got back to The Fearless Girl and there was a crowd around her. My daughter was like, "We should have taken the photo before". Once we realized people were just jumping in and there was no order, we followed suit and in about 5 minutes we were able to take a photo. It was cool, but I didn't realize people were so committed to these Inanimate things. Buy hey, we were there too, but I'm not joining a line to take a pic and 5 minutes is the most...

The Fearless Girl statue in New York is a powerful symbol of female empowerment and resilience. Standing boldly across from the Charging Bull, she exudes confidence and determination, making it a must-visit for anyone in the area. The statue’s presence serves as a reminder of the importance of gender equality and the strength of women in leadership.

As I approached the statue, I felt inspired by its message, especially with the backdrop of Wall Street, a hub of financial power. The location amplifies the significance of the piece, inviting visitors to reflect on the ongoing challenges women face in various sectors. It’s a great spot for photos and a meaningful moment of contemplation. Overall, the Fearless Girl is a striking addition to the city’s landscape, encouraging everyone to embrace courage and challenge...