Meet The Artists Creating No. 1 Sculptures Celebrating Philadelphia's Firsts For America 250

CBS Philadelphia

January 22, 2026

Mural artists in Philadelphia are using their talents to create beautiful works to commemorate historic places and inventions that were created in the city. As part of America's 250th anniversary, sculptures are popping up around Philadelphia as artists pour their hearts and talents into their creations.

"I'm painting a No. 1 for the first ice cream soda," Roselyn Dooley said. "My inspiration is just the nostalgia of the sweets you can get in the city."

Dooley is putting her heart, soul and every stroke of nostalgic memories into creating a giant 4-foot-tall No. 1 sculpture. There's history behind the vibrant colors and designs.

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