We're funding an art installation to honor Oklahoma's native son
–And we want you to be
part of the story.
about the campaign
A New Art Installation
in Deep Deuce
Ralph Ellison’s legacy began right here, in the heart of Oklahoma City. To honor his life and work, we’re commissioning a custom public art installation in Deep Deuce—and we’re inviting our community to join in. Sponsors at varying levels will have a chance to add their name, a brief quote, or message about Ellison’s impact onto bricks, which will surround the art installation for years to come.
How You Can Help
Sponsor a Brick
When you become a sponsor, your name or message will be sandblasted onto a brick that will surround the forthcoming installation. Custom messages have a maximum length of 16 characters per line, four lines per brick. This includes spaces and punctuation.
Become a Corporate Sponsor
Leave a lasting reminder of your community stewardship by purchasing a brick and customizing it with your company’s name or a message of your choice. Each custom message has a maximum length of 16 characters per line, four lines per brick. This includes spaces and punctuation.
A special thanks to our REF ambassadors
- Don Katz
- henry louis gates jr.
- mayor david holt
- former mayor mick cornett
- james tolbert
- cliff hudson
- nancy anthony
- christine berney
- senator aj pittman
- senator george young
- Inasmuch Foundation
About the ralph ellison foundation
Our History
Founded in Oklahoma City upon the conclusion of the Ralph Ellison Centennial Celebration in 2014, the Ralph Ellison Foundation is committed to highlighting the accomplishments of the acclaimed author and empowering the lives of others through his legacy in the areas of literacy, music, and the arts.
Join REF Society
Want to get involved with the Ralph Ellison Foundation? Join REF Society.