Selma Burke's bronze portrait of FDR was unveiled in Washington, D.C., attended by President Harry S. Truman.
On September 24, 1945, Selma Burke's celebrated bronze relief of Franklin D. Roosevelt, inscribed with "The Four Freedoms," was unveiled at the Recorder of Deeds Building in Washington, D.C. The unveiling ceremony bore historical significance as it was graced by President Harry S. Truman. Burke's portrayal encapsulated Roosevelt's legacy and, despite the Mint's attribution of the American dime's design to John Sinnock, art historians credit Burke's work as an influential precursor. The plaque not only immortalized the late president's impact on America but also highlighted Burke's trailblazing contributions as an African American artist in the public realm.