To honor the life and achievements of Mahatma Gandhi, members of the
Gandhi Trust, along with elected officials, community leaders, and
other citizens of Skokie and the surrounding areas, unveiled a
12ft statue
on the Birthday
anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on
October 2, 2004. The inaugural event was held at Heritage Park, where the memorial
to Gandhi stands today.
Heritage Park is a multicultural initiative sponsored by the Village
of Skokie as a tribute to the rich cultural diversity of the
community.
