The park is just steps away from the International Longshoreman’s Association Local 1410 where he led the union for years
“Oh, it means everything because Dad was a crusader for everyone in this community. He didn’t care about the color of your skin. White, black, Asian, Hispanic. Dad worked for people. He always said, I just want to help somebody,” His daughter Darlene Moore said.
The park was developed through the efforts of the Mobile County Commission, Downtown Mobile Alliance, and the Mobile Arts Council. It was named in honor of Isom Clemon by a resolution from the Mobile City Council back in 2016 through efforts led by late city councilman Levon Manzie. “This will be a symbol of that revitalization effort and also a symbol of our effort to make sure the stories are cultural and civil rights stories of Mobile County are told,” Merceria Ludgood said.
Just last month, the winner was announced for the opportunity to build a bronze sculpture in his honor.
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