The lobby featured a display of Ailey’s plaque on the project’s full-size pylon replica, plus mounted posters describing The Legacy Walk and its mission. The endorsement letters from Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn were also on display.
Ailey is considered a pioneer of modern dance, and his namesake company is one of the most renowned in the world. Ailey is a candidate for induction onto The Legacy Walk this fall. For sponsorship information, contact The Legacy Project at 312-608-1198 or visit www.legacyprojectchicago.org. Photos courtesy of Victor Salvo