A ribbon cutting for Augusta’s newest mural was Friday, March 7.
Theron Cartwright’s “Golden Blocks: A Community Built on the Shoulders of Giants,” highlights the strength and vibrancy of our community, according to a news release.
“This project celebrates our rich cultural heritage and represents a collaborative effort to enhance our cityscape. The ribbon-cutting ceremony and community presentation will be graced by the presence of esteemed local community leaders, family members of the honored individuals, artist Theron Cartwright, and invited guests and friends,” the release said.
Among those featured in the mural are Jessye Norman, James Brown, Silas X. Floyd, the Rev. C.T. Walker and Frank Yerby.
The Greater Augusta Arts Council in partnership with the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, Augusta Housing and Community Development/City of Augusta, the Porter Fleming Foundation, and building owner Denzel Robinson of Fresh Startz & SOAR, partnered for the ceremony and community presentation…