A historic frieze in a Crown Heights NYCHA complex was restored to its full glory, thanks to a program that enhances physical and social connections between residents and their communities.

The Public Housing Community Fund (PHCF), New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and the Mellon Foundation were joined by NYCHA Kingsborough resident leaders, state Senator Zellnor Myrie, Assemblymember Stefani Zinerman, Council Member Darlene Mealy and others on Thursday to officially unveil Exodus and Dance , a historic 80-foot frieze created by renowned artist Richmond Barthé in 1939. The work was installed on the Kingsborough NYCHA complex in 1941 and depicts scenes of biblical imagery and dance motifs to convey spirituality, community and joy.

Commonly referred to as “The Wall” by Kingsborough

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