Support CITYarts Peace Wall in Memphis, TN

CITYarts Peace Wall in Memphis, TN: Bridging Communities Through Public Art

As part of the CITYarts 50 States of Peace initiative, CITYarts is leading and creating a peace mural in Memphis, TN, in collaboration with PaintMemphis, artist- Joseph Boyd, local high schools and middle schools, teachers and students, and community organizations. This project, under the Young Minds Build Bridges program, brings together students and community members to create a powerful public artwork focused on the theme of peace. Through this initiative, youth participants will engage in hands-on workshops, develop creative ideas for the mural, and learn about the importance of communication, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The mural will be located at 847 S Willett St, Memphis, TN 38114 and will serve as a symbol of peace, unity, and collaboration for the entire community. The creative process begins from October 9th, 2024 and ends on October 14, 2024 with PaintMemphis Festival on October 12, 2024. Join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Witness the unveiling of this beautiful mural and celebrate the power of art to bring people together. With PaintMemphis as a key partner, the project highlights the intersection of art and activism in a city known for its rich history of social movements. This initiative builds on Memphis’s cultural legacy and aims to transform public spaces through the voices and creativity of local youth.

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CITYarts continues to engage with the community in Memphis for further support, partnership, and participation. In addition to the public mural, the project features CITYarts Pieces for Peace workshops and exhibitions showcasing youth-created artworks. This project is part of a larger effort to foster dialogue around peace and give young people a platform to express their vision for a more united world.

The CITYarts Peace Wall in Memphis is Tennessee’s representation in the 50 States of Peace initiative. This project underscores the vital role that art plays in building bridges between diverse communities and empowering youth to take leadership in creating a future grounded in peace.

Who:

Funding and Support:

Funds will directly support the CITYarts 50 States of Peace: Memphis project expenses, which include artist fees, workshop facilitation, mural production, and a traveling exhibition of youth artwork from Memphis and around the world. Your support will help amplify youth voices and transform the Memphis community through art.

Project Budget Breakdown:

The total project budget for our CITYarts Peace Wall is $7,000, with $3,500 matched by CITYarts.

Fundraising Goals:

The funds raised will directly cover the following Memphis project expenses:

Artist Fee: $1,000

Workshops: $500

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (photographer/videographer, refreshments): $500

Maintenance: $500

Other Project Expenses (materials shipping, insurance, mural materials such as tarp, brushes, buckets, etc.): $1,000

CITYarts Match:

CITYarts will contribute $3,500, which will cover operational expenses such as staff salaries, utilities, office needs, transportation, travel, and accommodations.

More Information:

CITYarts, Inc., founded in 1989, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization based in New York, NY. Its mission is to engage youth and professional artists in the creation of public art, such as murals and mosaics, to empower young people and transform communities. CITYarts 50 States of Peace is a national initiative that aims to promote peace and collaboration through public art and youth engagement across the United States.

PaintMemphis is a community-based organization that uses street art to bring people together and revitalize neighborhoods in Memphis. Through their projects, they seek to amplify local voices and foster unity and creativity.