Renowned Chicago artist Richard Hunt dies at 88, leaving behind a legacy of iconic sculptures

Renowned Chicago artist and sculptor Richard Hunt has passed away at the age of 88. Hunt, known for his iconic "Hero Construction" sculpture at the Art Institute of Chicago, broke barriers through his art and was the first African American visual artist to serve on the National Council on the Arts. His body of work includes major monuments and sculptures honoring figures like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Hunt's recent sculpture, "The Light of Truth," honoring journalist Ida B. Wells, is the first sculpture in Chicago to honor a Black woman. His legacy will live on through his numerous works displayed throughout the city and his impact on the art world.