Mural Arts Philadelphia

Join Us!Dr. Mia Charlene White will outline the relationship between cultural production and Earth Justice using specific resistance projects practiced by historically marginalized communities. By connecting these cultural practices to a broader conceptual framework called “blues epistemologies,” Dr. White will use her positionality as a radical geographer to provide generative ideas for linking embodied, place-based organizing to theoretical ways-of-knowing. Participants will come away with concrete examples of community resistance as well as introduction to a theoretical model that links social ecologies/community-based resistance and concepts rooted in the Black radical tradition.The Mural Arts Institute is hosting a two-week long series of

For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and Environmental Justice Symposium webpageMural Arts Institute is hosting a two-week long series of events exploring the intersection of environmental justice and art. While most events during the two weeks are virtual and free, September 14th will bring people together for a full day of in-person and hybrid programming at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Pre-registration is required, and sliding scale admission (Solidarity through Redistribution) ensures admission to the full Symposium, lunch, and admission to rooftop beer garden and networking event. For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and

For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and Environmental Justice Symposium webpageMural Arts Institute is hosting a two-week long series of events exploring the intersection of environmental justice and art. While most events during the two weeks are virtual and free, September 14th will bring people together for a full day of in-person and hybrid programming at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Pre-registration is required, and sliding scale admission (Solidarity through Redistribution) ensures admission to the full Symposium, lunch, and admission to rooftop beer garden and networking event. For full event descriptions, please visit the MAI Arts and

Join Us!A day full of activities that educate and advocate for the Abolition Amendment. State and local legislators, activists, and formerly incarcerated artists will join a roundtable on End the Exception and speakers will speak to slavery’s continued legality under the Constitution. The public can participate in art making stations with End the Exception stencils and work on a collaborative mural. Featuring “Except for Me” an installation by the End the Exception Coalition led by Worth Rises with production from EP & Co. “Except for Me” is part of the End the Exception campaign, and spotlights those at the center

Join us!Rolling on the River is an overview of the critical importance of water and air quality in the Central California Valley. This conversation offers an in-depth look into the theory, process, and outcome of a collaborative project centralizing the need to translate hard scientific data related to environmental justice, public health, and safety into a user-friendly format. Rolling on the River brings together artists, activists, scientists, and scholars shaping the conversation around more just futures in the Central Valley. Speakers:Dr. Rosanna Esparza, Retired Gerontologist and Community OrganizerMichelle Glass, MFA, Artist and ActivistDr. Vivian Underhill, Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Social

Come to the People’s Budget Office at LOVE Park to learn about The City of Philadelphia’s proposed budget and add your line item.

Come to the People’s Budget Office at LOVE Park to learn about The City of Philadelphia’s proposed budget and add your line item.

Come to the People’s Budget Office at LOVE Park to learn about The City of Philadelphia’s proposed budget and add your line item.

Come to the People’s Budget Office at LOVE Park to learn about The City of Philadelphia’s proposed budget and add your line item.

Come to the People’s Budget Office at LOVE Park to learn about The City of Philadelphia’s proposed budget and add your line item.

“Getting to Green: Routes to Roots” is a public art project, encouraging residents to use public transit to access green spaces in Philly.“Getting to Green: Routes to Roots” is a multi disciplinary public art project, encouraging residents to use public transit to access green spaces in Philadelphia. Unique artwork including a bus wrap, posters in bus shelters and print materials will feature hand drawn maps to orient riders and encourage their exploration of new pathways. Short video profiles will feature stories of riders, drivers and routes. A public launch and unveiling of the “Route 7 bus wrap” kicks off June

A walking tour to explore the district's diverse plant life and learn about the fascinating array of sights and activities offered.Explore the possibilities of Route #38! Join Getting to Green on a captivating journey through the Centennial District, accompanied by the knowledgeable urban forager, Lady Danni. Hop aboard the #38 bus to travel from Center City, through West Philly to Parkside Ave and learn about the hidden plants beneath our feet and along the scenic pathways of this peaceful area.We will walk together to explore the district's diverse plant life and learn about the fascinating array of sights and activities

Celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado.Help celebrate Center City’s newest public space and its signature mural, Cradle, by Lisbon-based artist Diogo Machado! Cradle is an awe-inspiring artwork that embodies the essence of Philadelphia’s unique character. The mural, made of imported ceramic tilework, features playful references to Philadelphia’s storied history as a city of many firsts, while drawing on centuries of tile-making tradition from the artist’s native country, Portugal, as re-inspired by the nearby Moravian Pottery and Tile Works. Mural Arts and East Market for a happy hour event dedicated to

A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making.A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making. With each panel, we’ll learn how the artists took on this new challenge, what they choose to create, and why painting in the public space is important to them and valuable to our communities.Painting The Party–Artist PanelWHEN: 10/4, 5-8pm HOSTS: Conrad Benner and Darnell SchoolfieldPANELISTS: Tykira Mitchell, Tai Corrienté Baucom, Keshida Layone, Corinne Dodenhoff, Nasir Young, and Rushawn Videl-Gevonte StanleyPANELISTS BIOS:Tykira MitchellMeet Tykira, a portrait painter based in Philadelphia

A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making.A series of artist panel discussions with local artists who are (mostly) new to mural making. With each panel, we’ll learn how the artists took on this new challenge, what they choose to create, and why painting in the public space is important to them and valuable to our communities.Painting The Party–Artist PanelWHEN: 10/4, 5-8pm HOSTS: Conrad Benner and Darnell SchoolfieldPANELISTS: Tykira Mitchell, Tai Corrienté Baucom, Keshida Layone, Corinne Dodenhoff, Nasir Young, and Rushawn Videl-Gevonte StanleyPANELISTS BIOS:Tykira MitchellMeet Tykira, a portrait painter based in Philadelphia

The Mural Arts Institute is proud to announce "Created, Together: A National Assembly for Artists Working with Communities"Created, Together. is a national assembly for artists and creatives working with communities brought to Philadelphia by Mural Arts Institute. This two-day event includes site visits to public art projects throughout the city of Philadelphia, a film screening, and a full day of networking with fellow creatives from across the country. The gathering is open to all who identify as contributors to the creative intersection of art in public spaces. Artists, administrators, community members, policy makers, students and more are welcome. The goal

Celebrate the ending of the 25th Annual Mural Month at Fringe Bar !This year to conclude Mural Arts Month we’ve decided to lift the curtain, so to speak, to give the public an opportunity to peer deeper into the organization but giving them the opportunity to meet and interact with our board members, directors, artists and employees in a celebratory setting. As we approach our 40th year, and mayoral election, it’s important we allow the community we serve to address how they feel we can serve them better, and this is a first step. Help us close out the 25th

A mural dedication celebrating the new Finally on 13th mural that highlights the 30th anniversary of Philadelphia ballroom culture.A dreamchild of applicant Jacen Bowman and the many members of Philly’s Ballroom scene, Finally on 13th celebrates the 30th anniversary of Philadelphia ballroom culture. This mural, designed by Nile Livingston, will stand alone as the Gayborhood’s first mural, honoring this rich practice of Ballroom that has recently become mainstream. The mural is the first in Philadelphia to celebrate black queer culture in a neighborhood steeped with that history which is fast impacted by gentrification. The mural will be dedicated on November

We Wish You a Happy Holidays!Tis the season for some fun before we close out the year! Mural Arts wants to wish you all the best before we close out 2023 at Thirsty Dice located at 1642 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Join us for Food, Drinks and FUN!

Understand shaping your brand identity before launching new ideas!In the current art world and market, the medium is the message and for that purpose, a strong brand foundation is key in the creative field In this workshop, Corinne Dodenhoff will guide participants through the basics of crafting a solid brand identity to support their practice. Workshop participants will develop the tools necessary to use their unique voices as marketing tools in order to procure job opportunities, get clients’ attention, and further their creative careers. Topics discussed include the basic 101 of Brand Identity (what is it, how it’s used, etc.)

Mural dedication and workshop with Vetri Community PartnershipMural Arts and Vetri Community Partnership (VCP) celebrate the dedication of a new mural created by artist Cindy Lozito called Recipe for Community! This mural honors the community and magic that is created when cooking a meal together, where food often transcends boundaries, bringing people closer. It also highlights the work of VCP, providing nutritious and accessible cooking courses onsite, as well as out in the community at schools or in their mobile teaching kitchen.A collaboration between Mural Arts’ Restorative Justice program and VCP, the partnership included education and work-readiness programming for Restorative

Join the Kensington Color Me Back program and Esperanza Health Center for a chance to help with the design of a new mural in the community!Join the Kensington Color Me Back Program, Esperanza Health Center and artist Arshayla Robinson for a chance to help contribute to the design of a new mural in your community. This event will be free and open to the public. Come out to participate in art-making, play some games and enjoy light refreshments.

Celebrating 40 years! Together, we create art to beautify, inspire, and empower.Welcoming its 40th Anniversary, Mural Arts Philadelphia (“Mural Arts”) will formally announce its 40th Anniversary and kick off a year full of special programming focused on its theme, “Roots & Reimagination," beginning with a partnership with REC Philly, a music and art incubator that provides tools and resources for the local creative community to build sustainable careers. Mural Arts will debut its branded programmable space at REC Philly with a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a condensed guided Fashion District walking tour to kick off the Mural Arts spring

Join Mural Arts in celebrating emerging artists and their vibrant talents!If you are interested in applying to become a Lead Artist, Workshop Educator or to unique opportunities like Mural Arts Fellowship for Black Artists, then join us on Feb 28 from 6-8 pm, when the Artist Relations Director will explain step by step, where to find opportunities and how to prepare and submit your materials. We will also talk about current opportunities, including:Black Artist FellowshipWilliam Still Tribute MuralPrintmaking by the PeopleSmall WallsTake the step to advance your practice through the avenues MAP has to offer. When:  Feb 28, 2024 from  6-8

Learn to launch your own squarespace site!In this workshop, Corinne Dodenhoff will be going into the nitty-gritty details of Squarespace web design. Squarespace is not just a useful platform for businesses, but also for creative professionals. Using the Squarespace 7.1 Fluid Builder Engine, participants will be able to craft their own websites that showcase not just their work but their creative voice. Participants will walk through the builder engine and its functionality while discussing design best practices and tips. Topics will include building a website from scratch, implementing brand identity, showcasing the fluid builder engine, and how to choose what

The exhibition will feature artwork from incarcerated artists at both prisons, alongside letters exchanged between the artists.The View from Here ExhibitionDuration: March 1 - March 24, 2024Over the past year, incarcerated artists from San Quentin Rehabilitation Center and State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix have corresponded, creating a bridge between the groundbreaking art programs of both prisons. Both facilities have long-standing art programs with impacts extending beyond their walls. This exhibition, a first of its kind, assembles a group show of currently incarcerated artists from the East and West Coasts. The theme, "The View from Here," emerged from the artists' communications,

In partnership with Kendra Brooks’ Office and the Philadelphia Revenue Project.The People's Budget Roundtable is a performance that mimics a budget hearing with residents, business owners, advocates, and city workers, speaking to issues that matter in the proposed budget. City departments and council will be invited to witness and engage as performers ask questions, propose line items, and reflect on the positive work the city has been doing. The Caucus room in City Hall will be transformed to represent the many community conversations that led up to the event, with printed tablecloths and backdrops.Caucus Room, City Hall, 1400 John F

A conversation on the roots of graffiti, its impact on public art, and how artists can evolve into artrepreneurs. Moderated by Will TomsJoin us for an engaging conversation that traces the roots of graffiti culture, starting with insights from ENEM and TameArts on the rise of wall writers in the '70s, '80s, and '90s. ENEM and Tame will share their experiences from the early days of the Philadelphia Anti-Graffiti Network, revealing how it shaped its views on public art and Philadelphia graffiti culture as a whole. The discussion will then explore how artists can maintain the authenticity of graffiti and

An extraordinary celebration of the 175th anniversary of Philadelphia High School for Girls, as we dedicate Jill Scott's new mural.Join us for an extraordinary celebration of the 175th anniversary of Philadelphia High School for Girls, as we dedicate Luminaries: The Coronation, a mural honoring the school’s distinguished alumnae, including the iconic GRAMMY Award-winning artist Jill Scott. Designed by renowned artist Patrick Dougher, this mural celebrates not only Ms. Scott’s remarkable legacy but also the countless women who have walked these halls and gone on to change the world. Celebrate their triumphs, witness the unveiling, and be inspired by the legacy

Artist Mark Loughney shares his journey from incarceration to justice reform advocate, exploring art's impact.In this powerful session, artist Mark Loughney delves into the intersection of art and social justice, sharing his journey from incarceration to becoming a nationally recognized advocate for criminal justice reform through his art. The discussion will also promote his acclaimed exhibition Pyrrhic Defeat: A Visual Study of Mass Incarceration at Eastern State Penitentiary, exploring how his portraits of over 800 incarcerated individuals and reform advocates challenge societal perceptions and foster critical conversations about the justice system.  Joining Loughney on the panel will be Lauren Zalut,