Hudson Reporter
Jersey City to host first annual mural festival
New event seeks to highlight local art
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Murals like this one by Fermin Mendoza at 771 Ocean Ave. will be on display in the city's first annual mural festival next weekend.
Jersey City will host its first annual Jersey City Mural Festival from June 5 and 6.
It will take place throughout the city, celebrating vibrant public art, fostering community, and benefiting small businesses affected by the pandemic.
“We started our Mural Arts Program seven years ago, and to be here today announcing the inaugural showcase for our esteemed public arts program is a testament to Jersey City as a known destination for international artists as well as the incredibly talented artists who live and work here,” said Mayor Steven Fulop. “This festival aims to uplift our local businesses, while also inspiring creativity through the shared experience of public art with our first large-scale event in over a year.”