THE WATERMELON COUCH
A Journey Through Culture, Community, and Creativity
The Couch Has Sprouted and Grown
What started as one hand-built couch is now a living archive, AR exhibit, curriculum, and a play structure for public space. Same mission, more ways in.
Why This Matters Now
This project isn't just about history — it's about the present and the future. In a moment where Black stories, histories, and cultural contributions are being challenged, erased, or rewritten, reclaiming and amplifying our own narratives matters more than ever.
Stories from
the Road
Melons for Sale
Corduroy Watermelon Couch Hat
$40.00
A hat made of corduroy? That’s a yes! Get your hands on a hat that’ll serve you for ages. The corduroy fabric has stood the test of time thanks to its best features—softness, affordability, and durability. Get yours now!
• 100% cotton corduroy
• Soft, unstructured crown
• Cotton twill sweatband and taping
• Adjustable buckle
• Blank product sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 100% cotton corduroy
• Soft, unstructured crown
• Cotton twill sweatband and taping
• Adjustable buckle
• Blank product sourced from China
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Watermelon Couch Logo Tee
from $27.50
If you’re looking for a thick, structured tee that’s also super soft and breathable—look no further! The unisex garment-dyed heavyweight t-shirt ticks all the boxes and is made of 100% ring-spun cotton. The regular t-shirt style will complement most looks and fit you to a tee.
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 6.1 oz/yd² (206.8 g/m²)
• Garment-dyed
• Relaxed fit
• 7/8″ double-needle topstitched collar
• Twill-taped neck and shoulders for extra durability
• Double-needle armhole, sleeve, and bottom hems
• Blank product sourced from Honduras
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 6.1 oz/yd² (206.8 g/m²)
• Garment-dyed
• Relaxed fit
• 7/8″ double-needle topstitched collar
• Twill-taped neck and shoulders for extra durability
• Double-needle armhole, sleeve, and bottom hems
• Blank product sourced from Honduras
Watermelon Couch Roadtrip Hoodie
from $60.00
Make a stylish statement wherever you go with this trendy oversized hoodie. It’s perfect for layering with a relaxed fit and made from extra soft premium-quality fabric to ensure maximum comfort.
• 80% cotton, 20% recycled polyester fleece
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Dropped shoulders
• Lined pullover hood with no drawcord
• Kangaroo pocket in front
• Sleeve cuff ribbing
• Blank product sourced from Vietnam
Disclaimer: The brushed interior of this hoodie tends to shed. To reduce visible traces of lint on clothes, avoid wearing dark colors under light-colored clothes and vice versa.
• 80% cotton, 20% recycled polyester fleece
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Dropped shoulders
• Lined pullover hood with no drawcord
• Kangaroo pocket in front
• Sleeve cuff ribbing
• Blank product sourced from Vietnam
Disclaimer: The brushed interior of this hoodie tends to shed. To reduce visible traces of lint on clothes, avoid wearing dark colors under light-colored clothes and vice versa.