Protect Our Piece: A Cultural Art Installation at CultureCon
Event Overview
Experience Protect Our Piece, an innovative art installation, at CultureCon on October 3-4 in Brooklyn. This unique piece celebrates Black culture through a custom couch, hand-stitched with representations of Black joy, HBCUs, and more.
About the Installation
The concept originated from Danielle Young, inspired by her grandmother’s plastic-covered couch. It symbolizes the protection of valuable cultural heritage that resonates with many Black families. Collaborating with Chicago fiber artist Chelsea B., the couch has become a living archive where attendees can contribute their ideas for what aspects of Black culture should be protected next.
Event Details
- When: Saturday, Oct. 3 & Sunday, Oct. 4, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Where: Building 216, 63 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, second floor near the entrance/exit.
- Access: Open to registered CultureCon attendees & press.
Get Involved
Attendees can view the installation, submit their cultural contributions, and help shape the couch’s evolving narrative. For others not attending, ideas can also be sent via ProtectOurPiece.com.
Future Aspirations
The creators envision taking Protect Our Piece across the nation to galleries and cultural events, eventually hoping for a permanent home, such as the Obama Presidential Center.
Additional Information
- Media Contact: Valerie Silverman Kerr, Email, (914) 806-6647
- The installation will remain in New York at a gallery through November 2026.
- Follow the journey on Instagram at @ProtectOurPiece.
About the Artists
Chelsea B.
A Chicago-based fiber artist known for her vibrant crochet creations, she has collaborated with major brands and musicians.
BarkleyOKRP
A leading independent advertising agency dedicated to building meaningful brands and promoting cultural narratives. Learn more.
Join us at CultureCon for a chance to engage in a meaningful conversation about the cultural pieces that matter to all of us!
