Pittsburgh Walk of Fame: Nomination
Dear Friends and Family The Pittsburgh Walk of Fame is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 honorees.
The team at MLWI is motivated to see that Aunt Mary is nominated this year. We hope that you will join us for this incredible opportunity to shine a spotlight (and a star) for Aunt Mary!
Nominations are open to all until January 30th - don’t delay please submit your nomination today.
Top 6 Reasons to Nominate:
Known as the Little Piano Girl of East Liberty.
Pianist, arranger, composer, educator and humanitarian.
Honored for 28 consecutive years by the John F. Kennedy Center who organized and hosted The Mary Lou Williams Jazz Festival (previously titled the Women of Jazz Festival, which was founded by Dr. Billy Taylor).
Nominated for the 14th Annual Grammy Award for the Best Jazz Performance by a Group Category for the album Giants.
Guest appearance on Mister Rodgers Neighborhood .
Duke University’s first Artist Residence from 1977 until her passing in 1981. And was later honored by the university with the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture.