Saint Louis University Moves Controversial Statue Indoors
A statue at St. Louis University that has been generating controversy for some time has been removed from its prominent outdoor space and taken indoors.
A controversial statue at St. Louis University has been removed from its prominent outdoor space and taken indoors.
The sculpture, entitled “Where the Rivers Meet,” shows Jesuit missionary Pierre-Jean De Smet praying towards two Native Americans in traditional dress.
While the piece has served as a nod to the history of both the area and the school, it’s increasingly come under a great
A controversial statue at St. Louis University has been removed from its prominent outdoor space and taken indoors.
The sculpture, entitled “Where the Rivers Meet,” shows Jesuit missionary Pierre-Jean De Smet praying towards two Native Americans in traditional dress.
While the piece has served as a nod to the history of both the area and the school, it’s increasingly come under a great