The 5th Ward is a culturally rich neighborhood and the birthplace of legendary artists, both past and present.

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VISUAL ART

Bert Long, visual artist

Jesse Lott, visual artist

Mel Chin, conceptual artist

Melvin Edwards, artist

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THEATER

J.e. Franklin, American playwright

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MUSIC

5th Ward Boyz, hip-hop artists

Arnett Cobb, saxophonist

Bushwick Bill, hip-hop artist

DJ Premier - American record producer and DJ

Illinois Jacquet, jazz musician

Joe Sample, musician 

Milton Larkin, saxophonist

Willie D, hip-hop artist

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