The two murals in today’s post really stand out from their background on buildings along city streets in the heart of Lowell, Massachusetts, a city once better-known for its textile mills and as the home town of Jack Kerouac.
The first, above and below, is by Dominican artist Evaristo Angurria, and is at the site of Mechanics Hall, an important location in the city; a barbershop started there by an escaped slave became a center of Abolitionist activity. The mural itself honors Dominican women, and was completed in 2022.
Congratulations to George G, who identified it as weekly our One-Clue Mystery.
The second is by Puerto Rican artist David Zayas, and is filled with traditional Puerto Rican symbols and objects, including the rooster that symbolizes strength. The mural is dedicated to the strength and resilience of women worldwide who have endured hardship during the course of the pandemic. Lowell has a large Latino population, many of whom are Puerto Rican.
You can read more about the two artists and the murals HERE
I was actually in Lowell that day with the intent of following Lowell’s Public Art Walk, a series of outdoor art installations including murals, statues and mixed- media installations spread around the city center. Unfortunately, the day turned nasty on me, and the rest will have to wait for another trip. Here’s a LINK to the Public Art Walk—but be aware that some items have been moved or removed.
