6 Powerful New Murals In Atlanta That Support The Fight Against Racial Injustice

These beautiful paintings are meant to spur conversation.
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Civic Walls Project is a street art initiative in Atlanta that has teamed up with emerging black artists to cover the city in beautiful murals with powerful meanings. 

The goal of the artistic movement is to inspire action around dismantling racism in the U.S. and empower Atlanta to work towards a peaceful future. 

The murals are dedicated to the push for equality, the Black Lives Matter movement, and families who have lost a loved one due to senseless violence and racial injustice. 

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Forever on the Map

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Urian Booze

Location: Ormewood Square Shopping Complex — 749 Moreland Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Description: "A constant reminder to remain present in our fight for what really matters."

Community

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Cassandra "Honey Pierre" Hickey

Location: Lark & Sparrow Nail Salon — 760 United Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Description: "Think of ways to improve your community and work together for a change that is much needed."

Black (Female) Power

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Mirage Vanguard

Location: Ormewood Square Shopping Complex — 749 Moreland Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Description: A black woman stands proudly towards the world with her fist held high. 

Mural Dedicated to George Floyd & Daughter Gianna

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Dizzy & Quake

Location: The Artist’s Cove at the Beacon — 1039 Grant St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315

Description: A mural dedicated to the late George Floyd whose death sparked a movement and "changed the world."

Paintings Ain't Policy

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Peter Ferrari

Location: The Livery — Memorial Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Description: A call to action for those in positions of power to create policy and pass laws to fix a "broken justice system." 

History of Good Trouble

Atlanta Wall Art Mural

Artist: Choze

Location: Krog Street Market — 99 Krog St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Description: Dedicated to the late congressman John Lewis and his infamous quote, "Get in good trouble, necessary trouble.”

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