Public Art
Our Public Art Committee is charged with creating and supporting public art projects in Bangor.
The committee is responsible for site selection and coordination of murals as well as other arts in open and public spaces throughout Bangor.
Current Projects
Hammond Street Ground Mural - Coming Summer 2024
We're partnering with Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness to create Bangor's 1st large street mural to calm traffic and beautify a busy section of road in Downtown Bangor.
Mural Fun Run - Saturday, May 11th 10-11:30am
We're excited to announce our very first Mural Fun Run! Join us as we explore the many beautiful murals of Bangor in a unique way—a party-paced run! We will start off at Chimera Coffee in the heart of downtown, then jog our way to nine murals throughout the area. At each mural, you'll get the chance to hear about its history and meaning and receive a totally rad button that includes an image of the mural! The route is a total of ~ two miles, and all paces and faces are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Spring Woods Mural - Coming Summer 2024
We have commissioned Maine-based artist, Jared Goulette aka The Color Wizard to create a multi-story mural on Hammond Street in Downtown Bangor depicting the Maine forest in spring.
Completed Projects
The Good of the Hive
Our first major project, a multi-story mural in Downtown Bangor completed in summer 2023, features the art of Matt Willey.
The One Native Lupine Mural
A 2-story mural near Downtown Bangor completed in fall 2023, designed and painted by high school art students depicting Maine's one species of native lupine.
How You Can Help
Attend a committee meeting
The Public Art Committee meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4:30 - 5:30 pm in Downtown Bangor.
Suggest a location
Do you know a spot in Bangor that would be a perfect place for a mural? Let us know!
Volunteer
We’re always looking for people to help prep and paint our public art projects.
Donate
Your tax-deductible donation will help us bring our next public art project to life.