Solange is taking her love for art and literature to the next level by creating a space dedicated to preserving Black voices.
On Thursday, Sept. 24, the Cranes in the Sky singer announced the launch of the Saint Heron Library — a free digital archive spotlighting works by primarily Black authors and writers. She revealed the project on Instagram with a carousel of images showcasing digitized books and zines, including works from Pearl Cleage, Ntozake Shange, and Luis Lopez Alvarez.
“The Saint Heron Library is home to our archival collection of primarily rare, out of print, and 1st edition titles by Black & brown authors, poets, & artist…,” Solange wrote in her caption. “And as the market and demand for these books, zines, and catalogues rises, we would like to play a small part in creating free access to the expansive range of critical thought and expression by these great mindsss.”
This isn’t Solange’s first time reviving the legacy of Black creators. In 2018, she relaunched the iconic Black Planet social networking site alongside the release of When I Get Home, her Houston-inspired album paying tribute to Black neighborhoods in her hometown.
While she hasn’t released a new album since then, Solange has continued making an impact in the arts. In 2022, she became only the second Black woman to compose an original score for the New York City Ballet.
Much like her sister Beyoncé, Solange often keeps a low profile between projects, but her creative vision never stops evolving.
The Saint Heron Library’s first collection is already live online, and Solange confirmed that a second collection will be available to explore soon.
