Fearless Girl: The Fearless Girl Statue in New York
Fearless Girl was illegally installed in March 2017 on Broadway. Wall Street has since embraced this iconic statue of courage and feminism!
What You Need to Know About the Fearless Girl on Wall Street
- On March 8, 2017, International Women’s Day, a bronze statue of a fearless young girl was installed without permission across from the iconic Charging Bull at the entrance to New York’s Financial District. The installation generated enormous attention.
- The bronze statue was created by Uruguayan-born sculptor Kristen Visbal. It was quickly nicknamed “Fearless Girl.” The name fits: it takes real courage to stare down a bull.
- The project’s creators, financial advisory firm State Street Global Advisors, wanted to draw attention to the wage gap between men and women, particularly in finance. The statue sparked heated debate between supporters and critics. The artist behind the Charging Bull even spoke out, claiming the 1.2 m (4 ft) tall girl mocked his work.
- Faced with overwhelming public support for the girl, New York City decided to keep the statue. In 2018, it was relocated to face the New York Stock Exchange. Feminists couldn’t have asked for a better location. There was real concern the statue might end up in a less visible spot in the Financial District. Instead, the girl now stands at the heart of Wall Street, facing the center of global finance. The perfect platform to champion gender equality.
Where to Find the Fearless Girl in New York
- Since moving in 2018, the Fearless Girl stands on the sidewalk directly facing the New York Stock Exchange. She appears to defiantly challenge the institution.
- The statue is located at 2-26 Broad Street, just steps from the corner with Wall Street, near the steps of Federal Hall. You won’t miss it—there are always crowds of visitors around the statue. Some embrace her while others strike the same pose. Everyone has their own style.
- Tip: visit the Fearless Girl on a weekday during New York Stock Exchange hours, from 9:30 am to 4 pm. You’ll get to see the fearless girl and the traders face to face.
