From internationally recognized artwork to a brand-new community fitness park, Basil Kincaid ’05 continues to find innovative ways to bring creativity, connection, and positive change into the world.⁠
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We’ve previously celebrated Basil for his incredible work as a multidisciplinary artist, particularly his large-scale textile installations and quilts exploring Black heritage, cultural memory, and identity. His work has earned recognition on an international stage, with exhibitions at prestigious institutions including the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Royal Academy in London. His work is also part of the permanent collection at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas, where he is currently an artist-in-residence at The Momentary.⁠
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Now, Basil is bringing that same creativity and vision back to his hometown in a new way. He recently helped design and develop a free outdoor calisthenics park in South St. Louis, transforming an underused grassy lot into a welcoming space for fitness, recreation, and community connection. Working alongside the Melvin Theatre Community Center, the Regional Arts Commission, and playground designer KOMPAN, Basil helped bring this project to life, even contributing his own resources to make it happen.⁠
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For Basil, the project reflects the intersection of his artistic practice, personal wellness, and belief in the power of shared spaces. It’s also a wonderful example of how creativity can extend far beyond a traditional canvas or gallery.⁠
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We’re proud to see Basil continuing to make an impact in St. Louis and around the world!⁠
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Read more about Basil’s latest project in ⁠St. Louis Public Radio (https://www.stlpr.org/sports/2026-09-14/basil-kincaid-artist-fitness-park-dutchtown-gravois-park 🔗 in bio)⁠
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