Smithfield Meat Market
Smithfield meat market is a symbol of racism. In Scene 7, Brod reveals that Del's father was an excellent parent to her daughters until he was racially abused in the Smithfield meat market. The Smithfield meat market is predominantly white. The whites racially assault the minority groups and discourage them from conducting any business in the market. Consequently, the Smithfield meat market is a significant symbol in the play that represents racism against Black people.
The church
The church in Scene 3 is a symbol of Christ's body. When Del and Viv refuse to go to church, Enid is worried that they will start disconnecting from Christ's body. Similarly, Enid is worried because the pastor will accuse her of irresponsible parenting. According to the pastor, children should be part of the church throughout their lives.
Mai’s bed
Mai's bed in Scene 1 is a symbol of Mai's power. The bed is strategically positioned in the room to represent Mai's supernatural ability to predict predicaments and offer healing solutions. Visitors coming into Mai's home first sit on the bed before they are attended. Mai believes that when a person sits on her bed, she sees visions that uncover the problems that have brought the client.
