Roots & Reimagination

40 Years of Impact

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We believe that art ignites change.

Together, we create art that transforms places, individuals, communities, and institutions.

Our Programs
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Public Art and Civic Engagement
Art Education
Restorative Justice
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Mural Arts Institute

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Upcoming Events
Jul 17
Bartram Village Jazz Mural Dedication
Jul 25
40th Anniversary Printmaking Party
Sep 28
Mural Arts Fest – Open Call (now- September 1st)
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THE BARNES FOUNDATION & MURAL ARTS PHILADELPHIA PRESENT VISIONS
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Printmaking by the People: Citywide Voices on 2026
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FEATURED PROJECT

We Here

We Here is an art project in Kensington led by artist Roberto Lugo and a Community Advisory Council, focusing on youth, creativity, and pottery.

 

We Here

Explore Mural Arts’ full collection

Cataloging our collections supports our ongoing efforts to expand access to our work. The Public Art Archive is a platform to document and preserve information about our projects and practices. Visit today!

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Artist Opportunities

Are you an artist interested in working with or learning more about Mural Arts

For Artists

Apply for a Mural

The public mural application allows Philadelphia community members to propose a mural theme or idea.

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Our History

Art Ignites Change

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Beautify. Inspire. Empower.

Mural Arts Philadelphia exists to provide transformative experiences, progressive discourse, and economic stimulus to the City of Philadelphia through participatory public art that beautifies, advocacy that inspires, and educational programming and employment opportunities that empower.

Our Mission

Through participatory public art, Mural Arts Philadelphia inspires change in people, place, and practice, creating opportunity for a more just and equitable Philadelphia.

Our Vision

Mural Arts Philadelphia envisions a world where all people have a say in the future of their lives and communities; where art and creative practice are respected as critical to sense of self and place; and where cultural vibrancy reflects and honors all human identities and experiences.

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“I love that Mural Arts undertakes innovative, thought-provoking projects that are artistically relevant without losing its focus on key constituencies in our city.“

– Kevin Basden, Mural Arts Board Member

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