The Guardians of Baltimore
“Better is going to happen. Better is going to come.”
— Audrey Carter, East Oliver
Banners on Display
Check them out around town!
Banners on display in Annapolis, MD at the State Treasury Building, 80 Calvert St, Annapolis, MD 21401 and the 4500 -5400 Blocks of Harford Rd.
“When you want to measure what you have, look to those who have less than you, not more.”
-Samirah Franklin Baltimore Guardian, Founding Cohort
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Originally funded by The Ruby’s Artist Grant awarded in 2020, The Guardians project scope has grown; including five banners installed on Baltimore’s City Hall, digital archives of thirteen Guardians stories and an interactive exhibit. In 2022-2023, the Guardians are planning to have a traveling exhibit around Baltimore and beyond, a podcast, artist/Guardian talks in schools and community centers, and a second cohort of Guardians. My goal is to continue to provide a forum for the current cohort to collaborate and implement ideas as well as work on a sustainability plan with partner organizations.
While we have raised added funds through Maryland State Arts Council, Ruby’s Alumni Grants and individual funders to support the fall exhibit, support from each of you will enable me to continue to dedicate my time and resources to sustain and grow this meaningful project. I believe The Guardians will bring positive, national attention to Baltimore and continue to bring together leaders from all corners of the city to work together for a better, brighter future. I look forward to working with other fellows to exchange ideas and improve the quality of life for all Baltimoreans.
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2021 Opening
The first Guardians opening event on November 6th, 2021 was a beautiful evening filled with celebration, recognition, prayer, poetry, and togetherness. View photos of the event here.