A street corner in the Brooklyn Heights neighbourhood now honours one of American Catholicism’s most influential figures.
The intersection of Pineapple and Henry streets has been renamed “Dorothy Day Way,” recognising Dorothy Day, who was born nearby in 1897.
On 1 May, 1933, Day co-founded the Catholic Worker Movement, a faith-based organisation that urges members to perform the corporal works of mercy and work for peace and justice.
At the same time, Day also began publishing a newspaper, The Catholic Worker, which is still published today.
Family, clergy and supporters gathered 2 May for the ceremony to reveal the sign. Day’s granddaughter Martha Hennessy joined Councilman Lincoln Restler, who sponsored legislation in the City Council to name the street corner, in the unveiling.
Hennessy called the moment “beautiful,” reflecting her grandmother’s enduring legacy of faith and social justice.
The event was organised with help from the Dorothy Day Guild, which continues to advocate for Day’s canonisation.
This marks the second major tribute from New York City. In 2021, a Staten Island Ferry was named in her honour, with the vessel entering service in 2023.
