About the Project:
In April of 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) declared racism a serious public health threat that directly affects the well-being of millions of Americans and, as a result, affects the health of our entire nation.
The Thriving Together mural seeks to explore what it means for Atlantans to Thrive Together as engaged and empathetic citizens, moving us toward the Beloved Community of Martin Luther King’s teachings.
Given the demographics and culture-graphics of the Old Fourth Ward, and also that it is a lifestyle destination for residents from all areas of Atlanta, there is an opportunity in this area to present art that resonates with the diverse residents who live in these communities, highlighting values that transcend neighborhood boundaries, such as opportunity, inclusivity, unity, justice, and hope.
Location of Commission: 455 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Budget: $25,000
Eligibility: This opportunity is open to individual artists or artist teams residing in the Metro Atlanta area.
Project Timeline:
- Application opens: Friday, September 6th
- Deadline to apply: Tuesday, October 1st
- Semi-finalists selected: Friday, October 4th
- Community Stakeholder Meeting: Week of October 7th
- Artists Notified: Monday, October 14th
- Mural Execution: October 28th – November 3rd
- Mural Unveiling: Week of November 11th
Contact: Oronike Odeleye, NBAF Artistic Director, oodeleye@nbaf.org
