As February approaches, the world turns its eyes toward a month of honor: Black History Month. In the past, we’ve seen many different forms of respect and honor for the history of such a diverse group of remarkable people. This year, North Augusta is honoring Black History Month in the Arts and Heritage Center, from January 21st to February 12th, in which artists of color have taken center stage, with many art pieces donning the gallery for all to see.
Amazing pieces depicting black history, culture, and heritage catch your eye as you walk into the exhibit. The vibrant color and distinct art styles from each artist make every piece you look at unique, truly making a walk-through of the exhibit a tremendous experience.
Mary Anne Bigger, director of the North Augusta Arts and Heritage Center, has led the Center for three years now. She describes the exhibit as “a highlight of local art in the area and a showcase of local artists,” with 9 artists, each contributing 10 pieces to the exhibit, showing off their work, which is for sale at the exhibit. Mrs. Bigger says, “this has been a great collaboration [involving] one of our board members Shauna Taylor Lloyd, [who] has been instrumental in helping us contact all of the artists and [getting] all of the right people involved.”
It means a great deal to the community as well, with many people coming in between the hours of 10-4 to awe at the art that graces the walls of the Arts and Heritage Center.
This exhibit should serve as a reminder to continually celebrate the art, culture, achievement, and future of black members of our community. Holding just one month in honor doesn’t do the community justice, nor does it honor the culture in the way that it should be.
Various art pieces showcased at the North Augusta Arts and Heritage Center for Black History Month
Photo Contribution: Andrew Towner
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