Philadelphia mural to replace Cesar Chavez with Dolores Huerta

Mural Arts Philadelphia said it will cover Cesar Chavez's likeness on a 2005 Fairhill mural by painting Dolores Huerta in its place; Huerta has reported two non-consensual sexual encounters with Chavez.

Mural Arts Philadelphia announced plans to replace Cesar Chavez's image with a portrait of Dolores Huerta on the 2005 mural "Latinoamérica: Una Lengua, Múltiples Culturas," located at 2863 North 5th St. in the Fairhill neighborhood. The organization said it hopes to cover Chavez's likeness as soon as possible. Huerta has reported two non-consensual sexual encounters with Chavez, and allegations about Chavez were reported earlier this month. Key details: - Mural Arts plans to replace Chavez's image with Dolores Huerta on the mural at 2863 North 5th St. - The mural, also known as "Maria's Grocery," was created in 2005 and depicts several Latin American figures. - Huerta has said she experienced two non-consensual sexual encounters with Chavez, and wider allegations were reported earlier this month. - Chavez died in 1993; Huerta, 95, remains active in politics. Summary: The planned replacement is part of a broader reexamination by local organizations and governments following reports about Chavez. Undetermined at this time.