Augusta Unveils New Golden Blocks Mural Honoring African American Military Service

Augusta, GA – The Greater Augusta Arts Council, in partnership with the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, Augusta Housing and Community Development/City of Augusta, Destination Augusta, and building owner Denzel Robinson of Fresh Startz & S.O.A.R. LLC, is proud to announce the ribbon-cutting and community presentation of the latest Golden Blocks Project mural:

“Heroes at Home and Abroad: African Americans in the Military during the Golden Blocks Era, 1898–1945” by local artist Theron Cartwright.

The event will take place at 1134 Laney Walker Blvd on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Conceived by the Lucy Craft Laney Museum and the Committee for the Golden Blocks, this striking new artwork is part of an ongoing series celebrating Augusta’s African American heritage in the historic Laney-Walker and Bethlehem neighborhoods. The project also received generous support through a product development grant from Destination Augusta. Representatives from the Greater Augusta Arts Council, the City of Augusta, and property owner Denzel Robinson worked closely with the project committee to bring this vision to life.

The mural honors the service and dedication of African Americans in the military with ties to Augusta, GA during the Golden Blocks Era, highlighting their courage, resilience, and the enduring impact of their contributions on Augusta’s history.

The ribbon-cutting and community presentation will feature remarks from local leaders, family members of those commemorated, the artist Theron Cartwright, and invited guests, the Lucy Craft Laney High School JROTC who will provide Color Guard and serve as ushers for the event, offering the community a chance to celebrate this collaborative tribute to Augusta’s rich cultural legacy.