Two Morgan County buildings that predate the Civil War and a house linked to the historic Scottsboro Boys Trial in Decatur will get needed renovations through $1.75 million in grants
Every day, after working as a magistrate with the city of Decatur, Sylvia Miller arrives home, grabs a skein of yarn and begins hand-knitting blankets.
By Staff | December 13, 2020 | Filed under: News
DECATUR– The Chasing Art Project, Decatur’s newest public art endeavor, recently unveiled its latest mural downtown near Grant Street SE and 1st Avenue NE, celebrating its second commissioned mural addition this year. The 15-foot wings were created by world-renowned muralist Kelsey Montague (@kelseymontagueart).
Founded in 2018, the Chasing Art Project is focused on bringing amazing works of art to the walls of Decatur (Ala.) in order to inspire and unite the community as well as drive tourism for the city. Glenn Mitchell, curator and founder of the Chasing Art Project, said, “The Chasing Art Project has been a dream of mine for many years. My hope is these murals will spark curiosity, interest and hope while generating pride in the community and I am thankful for the resounding support with the first two murals. Eight murals are currently in the planning stages. Each one, with its own story to tell, represents an artisti