Will you make a tax-deductible donation to help us install 5 new murals in the Greenway this spring? And create the best cultural bikeway in the nation?
We need to raise $10,000 in additional funding to help pay our muralists and support the project. Every donation helps.
If we raise more money than our goal we will use it to fund even more murals in the Greenway!
- Donors of $100 or more will be recognized as official "Friends of the Greenway" and be listed in our newsletter.
- Donors of $500 or more will receive the above and an invitation to a private reception with our muralists prior to the mural unveiling ceremony in June.
- Donors of $1,000 or more will receive the above, as well as a private tour of the murals and a discussion about public art in the Greenway, led by members of our board of directors and our executive director, Soren Jensen.
Please help support our mural project and our amazing muralists:
Cadex Herrera
Cadex Herrera is an internationally acclaimed artist known for his vibrant murals and social justice-themed artwork. Originally from Belize, Herrera gained worldwide recognition as one of the artists behind the iconic George Floyd mural in Minneapolis. His work often explores themes of identity, resilience, and community.
Geno Okok
Geno Okok is a Nigerian-born artist whose dynamic portraits and vibrant use of color capture the essence of his subjects. Okok’s work reflects his passion for storytelling and his commitment to uplifting underrepresented voices. His murals can be found across the Twin Cities, each one a testament to his artistic vision and cultural heritage.
Constanza Carballo
Constanza Carballo is a multidisciplinary artist originally from Argentina, now based in Minneapolis. Her work often incorporates elements of nature and abstract design, blending organic forms with bold, geometric patterns. Carballo’s murals are celebrated for their ability to transform public spaces into immersive artistic experiences.
Melodee Strong
Melodee Strong is a Minneapolis-based artist and educator with a passion for empowering communities through art. Her murals often highlight themes of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Strong’s bold, illustrative style brings a unique energy to her work, making her a standout in the Twin Cities art scene.
Natalie Shugailo
Natalie Shugailo is a Chicago-based artist specializing in intricate, nature-inspired designs. Her work often features detailed patterns and motifs that celebrate cultural traditions while embracing modern aesthetics. Shugailo’s murals are known for their meticulous and timeless beauty.
A Celebration of Community and Creativity
The Midtown Greenway Cultural Mural Project is an effort to enhance the urban landscape via public art, and celebrate the beauty and diversity of the cultural communities who live, work, and play alongside the trail.
The artists will use a variety of mediums, with a focus on aerosol art, as well as brushwork and other techniques to bring their visions to life.
Each artist will bring their unique perspective and style to the trail, creating a cohesive yet diverse collection of murals that reflect the spirit of the Greenway and the people who use it.
Combined with the existing murals and sculptures in the Greenway, these artists will be creating the best cultural bikeway in the nation.
We hope you will make a donation to support our mural project today.
Note: Additional donations in excess of the goal will be saved to use for more mural projects. Thank you for supporting art in the Greenway!
This work is funded in part by the Minnesota Humanities Center with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
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