Black residents of Hendersonville and its environs are using their artistic creativity to paint the city with hope and empowerment. The first piece of art commissioned for the 2024 celebration is “Legacy,” painted by professional artist Diamond Cash. The painting pays homage to Henderson County’s Black History and was commissioned by Crystal Cauley, the founder of the Black History Collective of Henderson County. It was unveiled at Hendersonville’s first Black Arts and Craft Exhibition on March 23, 2019 and led to a Certificate of Commendation from City of Hendersonville Mayor Barabara Volk for both Cash’s and Cauley’s efforts.