“History Never Gets Old” is a graphic storytelling piece created for The Joy Trip Project, a nonprofit that highlights the intersection of outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship, and social justice. Designed as part of a presentation for the National Geographic Storytellers Summit, this visual narrative uses bold, custom typography and archival imagery to reflect on the ongoing relevance of the civil rights movement. The centerpiece phrase evokes both memory and momentum, anchoring the design in the enduring fight for equality and representation — particularly within historically exclusive spaces like the outdoors and the media.

By spotlighting figures such as Charles Crenchaw, the first African American to summit Denali, the piece draws a direct line between historical protest and present-day inclusion in adventure and exploration. The visual style — reminiscent of protest signage, zine layouts, and documentary aesthetics — reinforces The Joy Trip Project’s mission to tell underrepresented stories with authenticity and impact. Through this work, the design becomes both tribute and call to action, amplifying voices that remind us the pursuit of justice doesn’t fade with time.