Over the weekend, a massive mural called “The Light of Many Suns” was ceremoniously unveiled, adding a colorful touch of history to Sun Village’s walls. According to the Los Angeles County Supervisor’s Office, the community and leaders alike flocked to Jackie Robinson Park to see the celebration of African American heritage in the high desert setting of the area. This 44×11-foot tile mosaic, which was made possible by a partnership between artist April Banks, the Kounkey Design Initiative, Clockshop, and the LA County Department of Parks and Recreation, has a permanent location on the park’s gymnasium wall and has a close relationship to the area’s history.
According to her official website, Supervisor Kathryn Barger of the county’s Fifth Supervisorial District provided funding for this artwork in the amount of $250,000. Elderly and younger Sun Village inhabitants were regularly involved in community gatherings, and Banks presented renderings to get direct input that influenced the mural’s finishing touch.
Supervisor Barger remarked in a statement posted on her official website, “This stunning mural is a fitting tribute to the rich history and vibrant community in Sun Village.” Additionally, Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger stated, “This artwork has a lot of meaning and will be a source of inspiration, beauty, and education for future generations of Antelope Valley residents because it was created in close collaboration with local residents.” The mural, a true communal effort, honors Jackie Robinson’s legacy and the enduring spirit of Sun Village. At the ceremony, his grandson Aaron Bolden paid tribute to his grandfather.
People from elementary school students to residents in their 90s attended the mural’s unveiling, representing over a century of lives. On Kathryn Barger’s official website, Norma E. Garc a-Gonz lez, Director of the LA County Department of Parks and Recreation, stated: “The park was constructed by the residents themselves, who also laid gas lines, paved roadways, and put lamps. The majority of the park’s acreage was acquired by the Sun Village Women’s Club through bake sales and other fundraising events, after which the area was given to LA County Parks.
Smaller mosaic medallions are also a part of the mural’s elaborate design, which honors the Sun Village Civic Women’s Club and their resolve to create a park officially named after Jackie Robinson. For those who want to learn more about the history of the artwork, Clockshop’s website offers more detailed information about “The Light of Many Suns” project. According to the Los Angeles County Supervisor’s Office, Jackie Robinson Park is situated at 8773 E Avenue R, Sun Village, CA 93543, for anyone who wishes to view the artwork in person.
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