Aug 31, 2023

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

by: Jenny Donnelly Johnson

Providence Center dedication with Betsy Casanas and Ian Pierce, August 27, 2019. Photo by Steve Weinik.

Mural Arts celebrates the vibrant culture and rich traditions of the Hispanic diaspora in our city. Through strategic collaborations with Latino organizations, we illuminate the diverse neighborhoods that make Philadelphia a cultural mosaic. Additionally, we take immense pride in spotlighting the extraordinary talents of Latino muralists, whose dynamic creations not only beautify our urban landscape but also serve as enduring testaments to the community’s cultural wealth. See our collections of murals celebrating Hispanic heritage and murals by Latino artists.

Murals Celebrating Hispanic Culture 

  • Tribute to Diego Rivera (2006 Restoration) © 1998 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Dietrich Adonis & Jane Golden, 17th and Wallace Streets. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Welcoming Cultures © 2009 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Kien Nguyen, Furness High School, 1900 South 3rd Street. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • It Has to be From Here, Forgotten But Unshaken © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Casañas, APM, 3263 North Front Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Familias Separadas / Somos Seres Humanos (We Are Human Beings) © 2015 Michelle Angela Ortiz. United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 1600 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Installation of Familias Separadas, 16th and Callowhill, September 8, 2015. Photo by Kathy Elizabeth Stull.

  • A Tribute to Gloria Casarez © City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Michelle Angela Ortiz, 12th Street Gym, 204 South 12th Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Sembrando Sueños Cosechando Esperanzas dedication, May 5, 2017. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Sembrando Sueños Cosechando Esperanzas © 2017 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Patty Barrera, Esperanza Charter School, 400 West Hunting Park Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Cruzando El Charco / Crossing the Puddle © 2007 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Casañas, 2332 & 2333 N 5th Street. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Sharing Our Nicetown Stories, Forging Our Common Future (detail) © 2007 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Eliseo Art Silva, 1759 St. Paul's Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Latinx Heroes © 2016 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Danny Torres, Julia de Burgos Elementary School. 401 West Lehigh Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Rhawnhurst School Interior Mural © 2006 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Eliseo Art Silva, Rawnhurst School, 7809 Castor Avenue. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Mask Up Philadelphia press concerence at the Julia de Burgos Elementary School in the Fairhill neighborhood of North Philadelphia, October 1, 2020. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Mask Up Philadelphia press concerence at the Julia de Burgos Elementary School in the Fairhill neighborhood of North Philadelphia, October 1, 2020. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Uprooted reRooted in-process, October 10, 2017. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Families Belong Together dedication, July 16, 2018. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Providence Center dedication with Betsy Casanas and Ian Pierce, August 27, 2019. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Santander Bank © 2019 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, 400 West Allegheny Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • La Borinqueña © 2022 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Edguardo Miranda Rodriguez, 148 West Norris Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • La Borinqueña dedication, September 23, 2022. Photo by Josh Golzalez for Immortal Vision Studio.

  • Salsa Shines Through Paint Day and Dance Party, September 25, 2021. Photo by Akeil Robertson.

  • Salsa Shines Through Paint Day and Dance Party, September 25, 2021. Photo by Akeil Robertson.

  • Salsa Shines Through © 2021 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Andres Giraldo & Nathaniel Lee, 1409 North Howard Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Climate Justice Initiative Solstice event at Iglesias Garden, July 25, 2022. Photo by Josh Gonzalez for Immortal Vision Studio.

Murals by Latino Artists 

  • Installation of Familias Separadas, City Hall, September 8, 2015. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Reclaiming Vital Spaces © 2009 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, 4th Street & Somerset Avenue. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Urban Jungle © 2011 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, APM, 4301 Rising Sun Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Aqui y Alla © 2012 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Michelle Angela Ortiz, Colectivo Madroño, Colectivo Rezizte, 1515 South 6th Street. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Aqui Se Respira Lucha, © 2013 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, 3200 block of North Front Street. Photo by Mural Arts Staff.

  • Blossoming Diversity © 2017 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, Feltonville Recreation Center, 221 East Wyoming Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Sing Because it is Heard © 2017 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Casanas, Spring Garden Street Bridge. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Sing Because it is Heard © 2017 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Casanas, Spring Garden Street Bridge. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • The Doors of Destiny are in Your Hands © 2004 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Michelle Angela Ortiz, Congreso de Latinos Unidos, 2800 North American Street. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Ritmo Urbano mural dedication, September 4, 2019. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Ritmo Urbano © 2019 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, Towey Playground, 1832 North Howard Street. Photo by Rocco Avallone.

  • untitled © 2018 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, 2501 Waterloo Street. Photo courtesy of the artist.

  • Spirit, Power and Community © 2005 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, DiSilvestro Recreation Center, 1701 South 15th Street. Photo by Jack Ramsdale.

  • Market Stroll & Community Celebration for Our Market, August 20, 2022. Photo by Troy Bynum.

  • Transforming with Intention © 2022 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Casanas, 4455 North 6th Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Nelson Playground © 2022 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Betsy Z. Casañas, Nelson Playground, 2500 North 3rd Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Common Ground / Espacio Compartido © 2022 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, Eakins Oval. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Common Ground / Espacio Compartido © 2022 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, Eakins Oval. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Community procession with Jose Ortiz-Pagan around McPherson Library and along E Indiana Avenue. Co-created with Kensington neighbors, this celebratory event provided space to reflect on hope and the future as a community, June 10, 2023. Photo by Steve Weinik.

  • Te oigo mi hermano / I hear you brother © 2023 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Calo Rosa, Roxborough High School, Ridge Avenue & Fountain Street. Photo by Steve Weinik.

Last updated: Sep 1, 2023

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