GREENSBORO, N.C., March 6 -- The city of Greensboro issued the following news release:
Plans for a new Greensboro public arts project honoring civil rights pioneers, the Greensboro Six, took a major step forward today with the formal launch of a nationwide search for the mural's artist.
Slated for installation at historic Gillespie Golf Course, the outdoor project is being commissioned by Wyndham Rewards, 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 didn't just change the history of Gillespie Golf Course - they helped change the game of golf. With this mural, it's our hope that we can honor their historic contributions wh...