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Black Art Speaks

is a non-profit and membership-based art collective, formed to promote black culture, social justice, and expression through the uplifting of Black artists' voices through every form of art.
Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural Letter Plaque created by Black Art Speaks in front of City Hall
Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural created by Black Art Speaks Artist
Black Lives Matter! Mural Cincinnati Ohio created by Black Art Speaks

BAS supports, fosters, and convenes Black Artists and arts and cultural organizations by creating and connecting direct funding opportunities to employ Black Artists, coordinating and seeking exhibition opportunities, providing professional development to expand business acumen, providing mentoring, educational and programming services.

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“We Want What You Want” a poem by visionary, Alandes Powell, inspired the dream of seeing these words captured in the Black Lives Matter! Cincinnati Mural. Each letter...

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2024 BLACK LIVES MATTER! Mural Photos

Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural Letter "E" created by Black Art Speaks
Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural created by Black Art Speaks
Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural created by Black Art Speaks
Cincinnati Black Lives Matter! Mural created by Black Art Speaks

Our objectives continue to be in harmony with the principle of "We Want What You Want." However, the designs we use to articulate and realize our common aspirations have evolved.

2020 Original Mural 801 Plum Street Cincinnati, Ohio 

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Black Lives Matter! Letter "R" Roselawn by artist Annie Ruth Black Art Speaks

Black Art Speaks Needs Your Support!

Your tax-deductible donation to BAS helps support and uplift Black Artists and arts organizations by providing direct funding, exhibition opportunities, professional development, and mentorship. With your support, we can create a thriving ecosystem where Black artists are empowered to grow, succeed, and share their powerful voices with the world. Make a difference today.

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Artist Painting a Mural Black Lives Matter! Mural Cincinnati Ohio created by Black Art Speaks
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