The Rita Hester Green opened near Allston Yards in Brighton, honoring a Black trans woman murdered in 1998. Designed with accessibility in mind, it features amenities like a dog park and picnic tables. A plaque at the park honors Hester, remarking on her vibrant personality and her tragic death, which inspired the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20. This day commemorates lives lost to anti-transgender violence, affirming a commitment to equality. The park adds to public artworks honoring Hester's legacy in the community.
"After Rita's life was tragically taken in an act of violence, her legacy inspired the Transgender Day of Remembrance... the day honors the lives lost to anti-transgender violence."
"Hester, a Black trans woman, was murdered in Allston in 1998... her vibrancy and love of entertaining."
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