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Take My Hand, Precious Lord

700 E 79th St

Free to visit, outdoors, open any time.

The mural *"Take My Hand, Precious Lord"* beautifully honors Thomas Dorsey, the father of gospel music, with a poignant and reverent depiction of his legacy. Dorsey is shown seated at a piano, his hands gently resting on the keys, as if guiding the spirits of the past and future through his soulful compositions. Radiant light surrounds him, symbolizing the divine connection he forged through his music. Elements of the song "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" swirl around the mural in ethereal patterns, connecting Dorsey to both his church roots and his lasting influence on gospel music worldwide. The piece radiates warmth and reverence, capturing Dorsey's profound contribution to both faith and music.

Where to find it

700 E 79th St. Location data: Chicago Open Data. Get directions

Artist
Brenda Dickerson
Material
0
Year
2024
City
Chicago, IL
Coordinates
41.75162, -87.60731

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