Do you remember movie 12 years of slave? This is statue of a man who was born free, kidnapped, sold into slavery, spent 12 years of enslavement in Louisiana before regaining his freedom in 1853. Solomon Northup later wrote his memoire on which the movie was based. He played a essential role in the abolitionist movement across America and gave public lectures. The sculpture was designed by Wesley Wofford and we found it next to Boston Harbor Islands Pavilion.