Theaster Gates
Theaster Gates (born 1973) is an American artist and social activist from Chicago, known for his work in urban planning and community revitalization in impoverished neighborhoods. Gates' art involves the repurposing of urban spaces and materials, transforming them into cultural spaces and artworks that speak to African-American history and social issues. His Dorchester Projects, which turned abandoned buildings into cultural spaces, highlights his approach to "social sculpture," blending art, urban planning, and activism to foster community regeneration. Read more about Arts.