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This mural was designed by Lindaluz Carrillo during the beginning of the pandemic. She was inspired by Puerto Rican culture and wanted to make a mural that they people in the community could resonate with. She words present on the mural translate to…

The mural was created by a local artist Claire Cronkhite. Claire’s mural style often features women with large eyes and very elaborate details, this mural includes a more simplified version of this art style. The Mural was created for “Little River…

Anelle Lopes speaking about Edna Negron, Maria Sanchez, and Juan Fuentes. Edna Negron is an educator, consultant, and community organizer who created the first family resource center and school-based health clinic in the nation. She began teaching at…

This Mural was designed by a Japanese graffiti artist name Shiro. Over the span of three days Shiro lead a workshop at the Trinity Hip Hop festival with the group “Youth for Change” and taught kids the basics of graffiti. The mural was painted even…

This set of three murals was designed by Julie Bergeron and was in collaboration with the Our Piece of the Pie (OPP) organization. It was originally created to live on 23 Park Street but once apartments were built, it was moved to this new location.…

Diondra Robertson speaking about Yessica Amparo. Yessica Amparo is a Youth Development Specialist at Our Piece of the Pie. Her mantra speaks directly to her engagement within the community, “the youth are our future.” She believes in educating and…

This Piece, located under the Yankee Expressway on Capital ave, and was commissioned by the city of Hartford as a part of their “Love Your Block” project. The Mural was designed by Lindaluz Carrillo and was created with the Our Piece of the Pie (OPP)…

These sidewalk murals on Capital Avenue are a unique take on the class mural. They were designed by Hartford artist Deka Henry and was made with help of over 50 volunteers. The unique murals feature geometric multicolor shapes that surround the…

This mural was created for the local restaurant called “Stella’s African eatery.” Which was known as one of the best food spots in town. The mural was organized through the Temple of Hip Hop and was designed by Kayla Farrell. The mural features a…

John Fuentes speaking about his grandfather, Juan Fuentes. Juan Fuentes, always with his camera at hand, photographed the realities of Hartford, specifically within the Puerto Rican community. His photography was displayed both throughout Hartford…