Murals 250

Mayor Muriel Bowser recently kicked off the launch of the District’s DC250 Mural Project, a citywide public art initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Coordinated by the Department of Public Works (DPW) through its nationally recognized MuralsDC program, the initiative will create eight new murals in some of DC’s most iconic locations—one in each ward—in the coming weeks. Each mural will tell its own story, reflecting the history, identity, aspirations, and unique character of its neighborhood.

Each mural is being designed and painted by a DC-based artist selected for their artistic vision and deep connection to the communities they represent. Murals will installed throughout July and August at the following locations:

The DC250 Mural Project is one of several initiatives supporting the District’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. Together, the murals will serve as lasting landmarks that celebrate both the nation’s founding and the communities and stories that continue to shape our future.

MuralsDC is a program of the DC Department of Public Works, which has coordinated the installation of nearly 200 murals across all eight wards. Since its launch in 2007, the program has partnered with local artists and the DC community to create vibrant public art that celebrates neighborhood identity, deters graffiti, and enhances public spaces across the District.

Visit @DCDPW for images of the work in action and visit muralsdcproject.com for more information about MuralsDC.