Six years after artists came together to create Cincinnati’s Black Lives Matter mural on Plum Street in front of City Hall, Black Art Speaks is preparing to write its next chapter. Under the theme “Passing the Torch,” original lead artists will join a new generation of artists to reimagine the mural.
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Miles of Change Foundation names Powell executive director
In a statement, the foundation announced plans to partner with nonprofits, businesses and community leaders already working in Cincinnati rather than create separate programs.
New sculptures hit right note at Elm Street Plaza
Elm Street Plaza added four permanent sculptures to expand the growing public art presence around the revitalized downtown Convention District. The new works are “Coloratura” by AGAR Studios, “Freeforms” by Luke Lehenbauer; “True American Music” by Jason Snell and “Funk Glasses” by the nonprofit Black Art Speaks. The…
Vote Cincinnati 10Best’s top City for Street Art
The Queen City has appeared in the rankings every year since the category launched, most recently finishing second in 2025 after securing the top position the year prior.
Black Art Speaks taps new COO to drive growth
Asha White is an arts leader and educator with corporate and nonprofit experience. As COO of Black Art Speaks, she’ll oversee operations, programs and partnerships to grow the organization’s impact.
Visit Cincy recognizes regional hospitality champions
The annual Visit Cincy Spirit of Cincinnati Awards presentation took place Wednesday during Visit Cincy’s annual meeting at Sharonville Convention Center.
M&M Exclusive: Black Art Speaks unveils redesigned Black Lives Matter mural
Black Art Speaks, a nonprofit collective at the forefront of African American art and culture in Cincinnati, made a dual impact during this year’s BLINK Festival, with two large-scale projects: the premiere of the short film *”We Love Us”* and the unveiling of the newly redesigned Black Lives Matter mural at Cincinnati’s City Hall.
Public unveiling of Ziegler Park ‘gallery’ set for Thursday
Black Art Speaks, 3CDC and city leaders are inviting residents to celebrate the completion of a new outdoor art gallery of sorts at Ziegler Park.
United Way, partners invest record $1.9M in Black-led organizations
The Black Empowerment Works program is investing $1.9 million in 53 Greater Cincinnati efforts focused on supporting efforts to help Black families thrive.
Black Art Speaks publishes book
BAS, a nonprofit organization helping artists expand their voices through the power of art and the artists who created the mural, are releasing a coffee table book titled, “The Making of Cincinnati’s Black Lives Matter! Mural.”