Augusta Savage sculpted more than art—she sculpted legacy. Her 16-foot masterpiece, The Harp, stood as a monument to Black resilience, inspired by Lift Every Voice and Sing. But when the 1939 World’s Fair ended, it was left without funding, without a future, and ultimately, destroyed.
This was not just the loss of a sculpture. It was a reminder that Black artists have always created in a world that admires our genius but refuses to sustain it. Augusta Savage never received the support she deserved, but we have the power to ensure that today’s Black creatives do.
Culturelle Collective is dedicated to uplifting and protecting Black artistry, so no other visionary faces the same fate. Through the Empowerment Fund, we provide direct support to Black artists, ensuring their voices, visions, and creations are nurtured—not erased.
Art should not just survive—it should thrive. Join us in rewriting this story. Donate today and invest in a future where Black creativity is valued, protected, and empowered.
👉 Give now to the Empowerment Fund. Because our voices will always rise. And this time, they will be heard. -
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