By Erik Gudris | @atntennis | Friday, May 12, 2023

In the newest version of Paper Magazine, Venus Williams mentioned her partnership with artist Adam Pendleton and their efforts to boost cash by way of an artwork public sale to revive the late singer Nina Simone’s childhood residence in Tryon, North Carolina.

The seven-time Grand Slam champion is working with the assistance of fellow artists together with Cecily Brown, Julie Mehretu, Rashid Johnson, and Ellen Gallagher on the iniative.

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“History is so important to me. My mom and dad were so adamant that you must know your history so that you know yourself. Because of that I knew about Nina Simone and her legacy growing up,” Williams mentioned within the interview. “This moment is so important because her influence persists to this day, and her brilliance lives on and really transcends time and culture.

"Her legacy really has to be solidified, and made permanent and everlasting. Also, she deserves a site with those same qualities. There isn’t enough preservation of the legacies of people with brown skin, so this is very exciting to be a part of.”

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Simone, born Eunice Waymon, is taken into account one of many best singer/songwriters ever.

After Simone recorded many songs that spoke to her African-American heritage, she grew to become an outspoken member of the civil rights motion regardless of efforts by the leisure trade to boycott her. 

Pendleton, together with the artists talked about, bought Simone’s home, which was finally designated as a “National Treasure” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Pendleton finally approached Pace Gallery, which represents him, with the chance to boost cash to protect the historic residence. 

“My hope is that her legacy will influence the next generations to come. It’s so important for people to know about her," Williams said. "This restoration gives that opportunity and creates pathways to share insights, not only into her life, but also the realities of African American people growing up in this time.

"Primarily it’s just about honoring her and we have to do that. I hope it inspires communities and people to continue to trailblaze the path.” 

The public sale will run from May 12 to 22. For extra info, go to - sothebys.com.

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