When is National Chicken Boy Day?
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National Chicken Boy Day in California commemorates the birthday of an interesting statue in California on September 1st. Celebrate his ceremonial birthday and learn more about this unique creation.
Chicken Boy is 22 feet tall and holds a bucket of chicken. Along Route 66, the fiberglass statue of a boy with a chicken head can be seen. He is named after the former Chicken Boy Restaurant in the 1960s. He also known as the "Statue of Liberty of Los Angeles," he appears alongside other popular food characters, such as Big Boy and Ronald McDonald.
The iconic statue remained in place at the restaurant until the restaurant's owner died in 1984. Chicken Boy was given to Los Angeles art director Amy Inouye at that time. The statue remained cooped up in storage for a time. However, Chicken Boy escaped the coop 20 years ago. He now graces Inouye's design firm's property. The entire community banded together to ensure that Chicken Boy's resurrection was possible. His restoration and display are in part due to Inouye's catalog of items for fans to enjoy. Chicken Boy-themed items for fans to enjoy.
The feathered boy not only attracts visitors, but he also has a documentary and a polka song named after him. In addition,, he and Inouye have also been given numerous accolades.
