STOP THE ERASURE OF BLACK CREATIVITY

Today, the art world stands at a critical moment. In the face of renewed, concerted efforts to erase the artistic contributions of Black Americans from our nation’s cultural narrative, the mission of Souls Grown Deep—to counter the long history and present reality of Black artistic contributions being overlooked, undervalued, or erased—is more important than ever. 

Souls Grown Deep is committed to doing this work with care, rigor, and long-term impact, grounded in community collaboration. We invite you to stand with us in ensuring that Black artworks and histories are preserved, documented, and centered where they belong.

In honor of Black History Month, all February contributions will receive access to a digital catalog of the Souls Grown Deep exhibition, Between History and Memory: Dinah Miller’s Legacy in Gee’s Bend, as a thank-you gift for your support.

This publication reflects one example of the work your generosity makes possible: researching, documenting, and amplifying a story that might otherwise have been lost.

Your donation helps us:

Preserve Cultural Heritage
Support the documentation and preservation of work by Black artists from the American South, ensuring their contributions are not erased but recognized, studied, and celebrated for generations to come.

Amplify Overlooked Stories
Fund research, exhibitions, and publications that bring forward artists and histories long excluded from dominant narratives—centering Black creativity with dignity and care.

Strengthen Communities
Foster economic investment and creative opportunity in Black Belt communities through initiatives such as cultural tourism, the Gee’s Bend Heritage Trail, and the annual Airing of the Quilts Festival.

Advocate for Structural Change
Advance systemic efforts within the arts to confront inequities that continue to marginalize Black artists and their legacies.

This February, your contribution—at any level—directly supports the work of resisting erasure and sustaining a more truthful, inclusive cultural record.

Make your gift today and stand with Souls Grown Deep
in ensuring Black creativity is preserved, protected, and never forgotten.

Thank you for being part of this work and for helping us carry these stories forward.