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Mural Arts Program Tours Office

128 N. Broad Street (215) 925-3633 I Main

PAFA, Hamilton Building (Side Entrance) (215) 685-0757 | Fax

Philadelphia, PA 19102 [email protected] | Email

About Mural Arts The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program unites artists and communities through a collaborative process, rooted in the traditions of mural-making, to create art that transforms public spaces and individual lives. Mural Arts began in 1984 as part of the Philadelphia Anti-Graffiti Network’s effort to eradicate the graffiti crisis plaguing the city. Artist Jane Golden was hired to reach out to graffiti writers and redirect their energies from destructive graffiti writing to constructive mural painting. The collaborative effort of mural-making provided a support structure through which budding artists who otherwise lacked opportunities could develop their skills and take an active role in beautifying their communities. In 1996, the Anti-Graffiti Network was reorganized into the Mural Arts Program with Golden as its director. Soon after, golden

established the Philadelphia Mural Arts Advocates, making Mural Arts a unique public/private partnership between the city agency and nonprofit organization. Today, Mural Arts has become one of the largest public arts initiatives of its kind, producing over 3,500 murals and educating over 30,000 under-served youth in its first 30 years. The Mural Arts Program’s success is in large part due to its faith in

three simple words, three words Jane Golden herself uses as a

personal and professional mantra: Art Saves Lives. It is with this

conviction that the organization looks forward to continually enhancing

its programs and embarking on special initiatives that will continue to

challenge and inspire the many individuals whose lives are touched by

Philadelphia’s murals.

About Mural Arts Tours Each tour is led by an experienced guide, who will share the stories behind the art, including the people, places, and themes of each mural. Along the way, learn about the mural making process, the culture of the neighborhoods, and how the murals compliment their environment. Below is a list of the many different neighborhood and themed routes that are offered, accompanied by a sampling of the many murals showcased along the way.

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Vehicle Tours

Center City Travel through the heart of Philadelphia and explore public art in Spring Garden, Chinatown, on the Avenue of the Arts and around City Hall, where some of our most iconic murals stretch toward the sky. Weave through the streets of Philadelphia where murals enliven the cityscape and show off the best we have to offer.

Mural Masterpieces Admire our mural masterpieces and learn why Philadelphia has been labeled the “Mural Capital of the World”. Travel throughout the streets of the city to view a collection of our most recognized murals. From Josh Sarantitis’ Legacy to James Burns’ Personal Renaissance (both pictured to the right), these monumental works of art embody the creativity and culture of Philadelphia.






Philadelphia’s Reimagined Landscape Travel through Philadelphia

neighborhoods Frankford and

Kensington to learn about

Philadelphia’s 17th, 18th and 19th

century commercial corridors, when

the entire industrial area was known

as the “Workshop of the World”. View

modern-day murals, listen to their

stories, and discover how time

changed these neighborhoods to

reinvigorated 21st century residential

and creative arts enclaves.

Broad Street View more than 30 vibrant murals in Center City, North and South Philadelphia, and along the Avenue of the Arts. An experienced guide gives guests a behind-the-scenes look at some of our finest murals, including details on how they are made and the artists who created them.






North Philadelphia Neighborhoods View murals that celebrate the diversity and cultural heritage of the many neighborhoods in Northern Philadelphia. The tour will travel through the Spring Garden and Fairmount areas, head north to Temple University, and then east to Northern Liberties.

South Philadelphia Neighborhoods View murals that celebrate the diversity and cultural heritage of the many neighborhoods in South Philadelphia. The tour will travel through the Bella Vista area and Italian Market. Along the way, historical landmarks will also be discussed.






Restorative Justice The Restorative Justice tour shines light on the ways some individuals have chosen to be positive contributors to their communities by repairing the prior harm they may have caused. This innovative approach to rehabilitation has resulted in numerous vibrant and socially relevant murals painted by those incarcerated and others in Mural Arts’ re-entry program.

Porch Light In conjunction with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, Mural Arts has created a series of powerful murals that showcase how participatory public art can be used in addressing a variety of behavioral health challenges. Porch Light murals included on this tour are Personal Renaissance by James Burns, The Color of Your Voice by Ernel Martinez and Kier Johnston, and It Has To Be From Here… Forgotten but Unshaken by Betsy Casañas.






African American Iconic Images The Albert M. Greenfield African American Iconic Images Collection captures the rich African American experience in Philadelphia and beyond. This carefully curated collection includes murals that depict historic and current figures like W.E.B. DuBois, Jackie Robinson, Malcolm X, and Patti LaBelle, to name just a few.

Women Artists in Philadelphia Experience the power and influence of female artists on this mural trolley around Philadelphia. View master works by artists like Ann Northrup, Michelle Ortiz, and Meg Saligman, as this tour passes through some of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.





Philadelphia, PA 19102 [email protected] | Email Photo Credits (From Top to Bottom by Page) Page 1

Common Threads © 1998 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Meg Saligman | Restored in 2012 | Broad and Spring Garden Streets | Photo by Steve Weinik Julius Erving, Dr. J © 1990 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Kent Twitchell | 1219 Ridge Avenue | Photo by Jack Ramsdale Jackie Robinson © 1997 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | David McShane | 2803 N. Broad Street | Photo by Jack Ramsdale Page 2 Philadelphia Muses © 1999 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Meg Saligman | Restored in 2012 by Meg Saligman | 1235 Locust Street | Photo by Steve Weinik Legendary © 2013 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Amber Art and Design Collective (featuring Tatyana Fazlalizadeh) | 512 S. Broad Street | Photo by Steve Weinik Legacy © 2006 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Josh Sarantitis | 707 Chestnut Street | Photo by Jack Ramsdale Personal Renaissance © 2010 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | James Burns | 1745 N. 4

th Street | Photo by Steve Weinik

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Viking Mills aka Morning Glory © 2011 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Paul Santoleri & Alexander “Psyckoze” Stolypine | 2026 E. Hagert St | Photo by Steve Weinik How We Fish © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Social Impact Studios & Eric Okdeh | 125 N. 8

th Street | Photo by Mike Reali

Evolving Face of Nursing © 2010 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Meg Saligman | Broad & Vine Streets | Photo by Steve Weinik North Philadelphia Beacon Project © 2013 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | James Burns | Broad & Lehigh Streets | Photo by Steve Weinik Page 4

Philly Painting © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Haas&Hahn | 2500 – 2800 Germantown Avenue | Photo by Steve Weinik Harriet Tubman and The Underground Railroad © 2006 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Sam Donovan | 2950 Germantown Avenue | Photo by Jack Ramsdale Autumn Revisited © 2013 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | David Guinn | 719 Catharine Street | Photo by Steve Weinik Mario Lanzo © 1997 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Diane Keller | Restored in 2009 by Diane Keller | Broad & Reed Streets | Photo by Jack Ramsdale Page 5

Amplify © 2014 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Ben Volta and Restorative Justice Guild members | 1026 Spring Garden Street | Photo by Steve Weinik Cruz Bay Courtyard © 2006 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Diane Pieri | Restored and expanded in 2011 by Diane Pieri with assistance by St Gabes Hall students | 6

th and Master Streets |

Photo by Steve Weinik It Has To Be From Here… Forgotten but Unshaken © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Betsy Casañas 3263 N. Front Street | Photo by Steve Weinik The Color of Your Voice © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Ernel Martinez & Keir Johnston of Amber Art and Design | 2417 Ridge Ave | Photo by Steve Weinik Page 6

A Celebration of Poetry © 2004 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Parris Stancell | 1535 W. Girard Avenue | Photo by Jack Ramdsdale Malcolm X © 2004 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Cliff Hudson (design); Ernel Martinez (paint) | 3211 Ridge Avenue | Photo by Steve Weinik Where Girls Grow Strong © 2007 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Michelle Ortiz | 8

th & Ranstead Streets | Photo by Steve Weinik

Tropical Landscape with Waterfall © 1999 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program | Ana Uribe | Restored in 2012 | 5

th & Berks Streets | Photo by Jack Ramdsdale


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