Education Cup Sculpture, Greensboro

The Education Cup sculpture stands as a poignant symbol of the challenges faced by black students in their pursuit of education. Crafted by artist Gregory B. Colleton Jr., this striking bronze sculpture features a cup pierced by pencils, serving as a powerful metaphor for the barriers and oppression encountered by black students within educational institutions.

Accompanied by a quote from Booker T. Washington, "I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed," the sculpture encourages reflection on the resilience and determination required to overcome systemic inequalities.

Located adjacent to the Central Library on North Church Street, the Education Cup invites viewers to contemplate the importance of education as a tool for empowerment and social change.