City of Niagara Falls launching new street art and mural program today
NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls Culture Department is pleased to announce the launch of a new street art and mural program, Niagara Falls Urban Walls. This newly designed program includes the creation of an artist database, free mural workshops and street/mural art mentorship opportunities. The program will officially launch today (September 13, 2021) at 3:30pm, with the unveiling of a new mural titled “Wish You Were Here” by artist Elaine Wallis, Downtown Queen Street (behind Third Space/Camp Cataract). Members of the Media are invited to attend along with the artists and City staff. Standard physical distancing practices are required. Masks are requested.
Additions of street art benefit urban environments by creating a safer community and encourage stewardship and public realm enhancement. They attract art loving pedestrians. “Murals don’t serve simply to brighten your day, they also are an integral part of creating a safer community and supporting graffiti prevention,” said Clark Bernat, Manager of Museums and Culture.
Niagara Falls Urban Walls has been created for the benefit of our residents, communities and businesses. The program will serve many functions. It will;
- Enhance Niagara Falls’ streets and public spaces
- Engage and vitalize Niagara Falls communities through physical enhancements and related events
- Showcase local artists and mentor emerging talent
- Counteract graffiti vandalism
- Foster a greater sense of belonging among all
- Celebrate the creativity of our rich and varied cultural communities
The City of Niagara Falls is currently providing funding, structure and support for a local artist/artist teams to create temporary work that will last up to 5 years. The intention is to provide a landscape for local artists to showcase their talents and in future years be mentored by the best artists around. Local building owners are invited to submit their walls for consideration.
To learn more about Niagara Falls Urban Walls, including upcoming workshops and mentorship opportunities, visit 2021 Cultural Projects.
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For more information, contact:
Kim Van Stygeren, Cultural Development Coordinator
City of Niagara Falls
culture@niagarafalls.ca
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