Nude Protest at Columbus Statue Site | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

A performance artist named Ham staged a provocative nude protest on the pedestal of Baltimore’s removed Columbus statue, turning Independence Day into a bold commentary on freedom, culture, and public symbolism. Arrested and charged with indecent exposure and resisting arrest, Ham framed his act as a deliberate exploration of societal tensions — especially as the statue’s controversial history resurfaces with its recent display at the White House. His performance, ending in police intervention, became a charged symbol of the complexities surrounding public space, identity, and protest. Listen…