As was walking a friend to class i stumbled upon this building for the first time of all my years at City Tech. Once i realized it was a commemoration of a person, I took the picture. The Voorhees Hall is named after Enders M. Voorhees who was the founder of his Enders M. Voorhees Fund in the New York Community Trust. This was to help New Yorkers achieve their charitable goals and making grants that respond to certain needs of the city. I feel this commemoration is a huge honor for the college of technology.

When roaming the park for a nice walk, I came across this statue of Robert Fulton which he lived from 1765 – 1815. Robert Fulton was a engineer who was proudly credited and honored for developing the first commercially steam engines. Also, was highly interested in steam boats in which they used on steam boats in 1977. I feel this commemoration is a special tribute which earns its respect throughout the neighborhood.

When leaving from my friend’s house, I seen that he lives on the street of one of the greatest political leaders from Jamaica Marcus Mosiah Garvey. Also, he created the black star line which build the awareness of communities in particular areas of people ancestors. I feel the street showed a great commemoration to those who live in the area.

Every day I walk past the corner and never have I thought to see what name is commemorated up the street from my building. Harriet Ross Tubman is a high inspiration in not only my life but to many of those who feel the pain and struggle she went through in her life. As first African-American abolitionist who escaped slavery and also, helped more than fifty people out as well. I feel this is a special tribute to Ms. Tubman especially in an area that deals with many African-Americans going through hard times.