Hip Hop Museum Unveils 18-Foot ‘Rappin’ Max Robot’ Sculpture In Bronx

Standing 18 feet tall and weighing 7,000 pounds, this steel sculpture, symbolizing the evolution and enduring legacy of hip-hop, was constructed by Welder Underground—an apprenticeship program that fosters future metalworkers through collaboration with established artists.

The sculpture will be temporarily displayed at The Bronx Point, the future site of The Hip Hop Museum, scheduled to open in late 2025. After a few months, it will be gifted to Paris, where it will reside permanently at the Place de la Bataille-de-Stalingrad.

This unveiling coincides with the debut of ‘Breaking’ at the Games in Paris, further highlighting Hip Hop’s global influence as an art form. Originating in the Bronx in the 1970s, ‘Breaking,’ or breakdancing, is a dynamic urban dance style known for its acrobatic moves and stylized footwork. Join us in celebrating Hip Hop’s past, present, and future at this significant event.

The event will take place on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 11:00 AM ET at The Hip Hop Museum, located at 585 Exterior Street, Bronx, NY 10451. The ceremony will feature prominent guests, including Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, Welder Underground founders Adina and Marc Levin, Hip Hop Museum Co-Curator Pete Nice, and Eric Orr.

After its display at the museum, the sculpture will be permanently installed at Place de la Bataille-de-Stalingrad in Paris.