Wyndham Rewards Unveils Finalists for Gillespie Wall Mural Honoring Greensboro Six
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The nationwide search for an artist to help honor civil rights pioneers The Greensboro Six has officially narrowed to three finalists: Vincent Ballentine of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Raman Bhardwaj of Greensboro, N.C. and Abel Jackson of Charlotte, N.C.
Key Points:
- The outdoor mural, slated for installation at historic Gillespie Golf Course, is being commissioned by Wyndham Rewards®—proud title sponsor of the PGA TOUR's Wyndham Championship—and overseen by the City of Greensboro in partnership with First Tee - Central Carolina.
- "The Greensboro Six left a lasting legacy at Gillespie—one that deserves to be memorialized for generations to come.
- In approaching the opportunity with Gillespie, his aim is to delve into the intricate and layered history of Greensboro while producing work that captivates and inspires.
- To learn more about the Greensboro Six Mural Project at Gillespie Golf Course, visit FirstTeeCentralCarolina.org/Mural-Project .