Murals for Peace Transform Broad Street Parkade into a Work of Art
Artists were hard at work over the weekend giving the old shopping center a colorful and peaceful facelift.
The one thing you can’t say about the Broad Street Parkade, the dilapidated former shopping plaza that is slated for demolition by the town, is that it is the least bit attractive.
But a group of local artists are hoping to change that through Murals for Peace, a two-day event designed to spruce up the blighted building before its demolition by painting murals and symbols of peace all over it.
An estimated 50 local artists will take part in the event – the only requirement is that you provide $10 toward the cost of primer and provide your own paint – which is scheduled from 9 a.m. to sundown on Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 19.
Did you take part in Murals for Peace?
Tell us in the comments.
Greg
9:37 am on Sunday, June 19, 2011
Thanks for bringing something positive to this run down space.
christiane obrien
7:04 am on Monday, June 20, 2011
Thank you to all those who agreed to let some PEACE come to Manchester in a creative way. I am hoping that others respect this opportunity and do not see this as a chance to go in and use this as their billboard for politics, insult the community with random scribbles and just let the artists create something beautiful for all to enjoy for a bit.. What would art be without controversy - often times a vehicle for conversation. So looking to the future of this area.
Laurel Laporte-Grimes
11:03 pm on Monday, June 20, 2011
My husband, two daughters and I painted on Sunday. We were so happy that this area will look beautiful until it's time to take it down. It was great fun to work on such a large canvas. What a wonderful opportunity for the community building, and a great lesson for my kids on contributing to your community in a positive way. Thanks to all who made this possible!
christiane obrien
11:22 pm on Monday, June 20, 2011
Oh thank you so much, can't tell you how much that means. While some people are attacking town officials to have an open mind it is refreshing to know we just be making a difference.
Ben McCartney
3:44 pm on Friday, June 24, 2011
Is it still open for painting?