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Sadako Statue Reimagined in Seattle | Seattle News
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A new, theft-proof statue of Sadako Sasaki — the Hiroshima survivor who folded 1,000 paper cranes for peace — is set to rise in Seattle’s Peace Park on August 6, 2027. Replacing the original bronze statue stolen three years ago, this “Sadako: Reimagined” piece, crafted by local artist Saya Moriyasu, blends resilience with playfulness, featuring her feet and a dynamic pose inspired by archival photos. Funded by $600K from public and private sources, including city and state grants, the aluminum sculpture will be surrounded by ginkgo leaves — symbols of enduring life. The project honors Floyd Schmoe’s legacy of peace and continues his mission to uplift survivors and advocate for nuclear disarmament, turning grief into global hope.
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