Fearless Girl facing Charging Bull (Bowling Green installation)

The Fearless Girl bronze statue by Kristen Visbal was installed on March 7, 2017, on a plinth facing Arturo Di Modica's Charging Bull near Bowling Green. The work quickly became a viral image and symbol online, with photographs and commentary widely shared across social media and news sites. The installation prompted public debate and drew sustained internet attention during its initial placement.