This past summer, the Grand Street Settlement 2nd - 5th graders took on an enormous task; preserving and continuing the historical legacy of their community. They met with Hometown Heroes, practiced over 5 art mediums diligently, and worked together to create a patchwork of their vibrant community!

Join Brownsville Heritage House, Art/thentic Education, and our Hometown Hero partners in celebrating their accomplishments with an exhibition of their work alongside historical Brownsville archives.

Learn more about the history of Brownsville and its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement and enjoy the beautiful Stone Ave Library space!

Come celebrate the artistic achievements of the Grand Street Settlement 2nd-5th graders! Learn more about their community and stories!

About the Artist

“I was born and raised throughout Los Angeles, but I consider Mid-City, Ladera and Windsor Hills my stomping grounds. I graduated from Bryn Mawr College with a B.A. in Sociology in May of 2013. I hold a certification in Advanced Youth Development, and serve as an Ambassador for Ethical Global Engagement with Omprakash. With over 7 years of experience as a teacher, tutor, and youth advocate, my work has spanned the field of education. I am currently based in the Brownsville community of Brooklyn, NY. I find inspiration in many places and have lived in Costa Rica and China. My work is also heavily connected to exploring my ancestral roots. Namely, I create through the West African and Native American principles of "no art for art's sake." Both beauty and functionality are equally important in creating new futures for Black and Brown communities. “ - Khadijah McCaskill