
A colorful sculpture by Kevin Cole.
Last week, I attended a charity event at The Gantt Center for African-American Arts & Culture in Charlotte. This “Lunch With A Legend” starred Mr. Gantt, Charlotte’s first African-American mayor. It was hosted in the rooftop atrium of the architecturally significant building that he lent his name to. The room’s view and ambiance was perfect for the small gathering of about 50 people and let us get to know Mr. Gantt in a more intimate atmosphere. I was impressed by his charm, warmth and political adeptness. I received a great history lesson on Charlotte politics and social issues.
After the event I walked two of the new museum’s galleries, where you’ll find everything from mixed-media to photography. But it was the work of Kevin Cole that caught my eye. Mr. Cole’s sculpture was bright, colorful and peaceful in its own way. Read the full story
