Art Quote by Langston Hughes
“If you want to honor me, give some young boy or girl who's coming along trying to create arts and write and compose and sing and act and paint and dance and make something out of the beauties of the Negro race-give that child some help.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address at Harlem Cultural Festival, 1935
Supporting young Black artists nurtures cultural expression and counters systemic neglect.
In simple terms: Help young Black artists thrive.
Key Takeaway
Invest in mentorship and resources for Black youth in the arts.
Themes
art
culture
empowerment
race
education
Mood
hopeful
urgent
Type
social
artistic
When to use this quote
- school arts programs
- scholarships
- community theater
- media exposure
Key Concepts
civil rights
artistic development
community building
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities sustain support for Black art?
- What barriers do Black artists face today?
A Different Perspective
Funding and exposure remain limited for many Black artists.
