O+ Murals in Kingston, NY
When visiting Kingston, NY be sure to pick up an O+ Mural Map from the Visitor Center and take a self-guided tour of the 20+ Murals across Kingston.
In exchange for complimentary health care, artists from around the world gather in Kingston, NY for the O+ Festival to create large scale murals. How awesome is this nonprofit organization, that I recently learned about during my trip to Kingston. The three day event also features all sorts of art, music, and wellness festivities in different venues around the city. The cool thing is, that if you are unable to attend the festival, the murals are there year-round for your viewing!
An organization that commissions work from artists that marginalized and/or underrepresented is well worth checking out. Many of the murals reflect the history and culture of our diverse communities as well.
Jalani Lion, the artist behind the Black Lives Matter Mural on Broadway, in Midtown Kingston painted this a week after the George Floyd killing. For more details you can read this article. The lettering was completed by Matt Schulze and the flowers on the other side were designed by Dina Kravstov which you can see in the article.
When visiting Kingston, be sure to check out Keegan Ales for some amazing brews. A staple in the community this place is a must-visit. This mural was created by John Breiner.
The Sun/Moon Mural by ENZ
"Lifted" by Lindsey A. Wolkowicz is on the wall of the Anne Herbard School of Ballet.
Mural by Aaron Hauck & Samantha French.
Kingston, NY located in Hudson Valley is a quick 2 hour drive from New York City and the perfect getaway for the weekend or a few days mid-week. I recommend the self-guided mural tour, checking out the local restaurants and breweries and getting in a hike or two while in town visiting. These are only a few of the 20+ Murals out there. Take the time to research and get to know the artists. Take in the meaning of the murals as well.
Now, share with me a cool place you found Murals or Street Art?
XoXo,
Tracy
I love unique and meaningful finds like this. The images you shared are so bright and beautiful. What a creative way to showcase talent. I’d love to see Kingston one day.
ReplyDeleteI love discovering murals wherever I go! I definitely have Kingston on my NYS list to visit as I've heard so much about it.
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