Las Vegas: City of Murals

As part of an art and education project to commemorate Las Vegas’ 100th birthday, the city invited public and private businesses to host murals throughout the valley. Each participating business was asked to house a mural which would be designed and created by local artists. The businesses pledged to maintain the mural for a minimum of five years. As of July 2005, at least 48 murals have been completed with expecations that over 180 will eventually be finished. This enthusiasm for art about town exceeds the city’s goal of 100 murals for the birthday celebration.

As you drive around town on your next visit to Vegas, be sure to keep an eye out for these Centennial murals — there are both indoor and outdoor murals, that vary in size, shape and theme, although most are related to the history and culture of Vegas. A guide and map detailing the location of all the murals will eventually be published as part of the program. Until December 30, 2005 an exhibit of some of these mural images can be seen at the Bridge Gallery on the 2nd floor of City Hall. The mural pictured here was designed by Vegas artist Dray, owner of Dray’s Place, located in the downtown arts district.