Art Works
Downtown Mural Initiative
Launched in 2023, our Downtown Mural Initiative has already made a big splash, raising over $71,000! This incredible support has allowed us to bring three stunning murals to life, with plans for a fourth to be installed on the West wall at 920 Monroe Avenue, honoring our veteran community.
This summer we will create an honorable legacy that celebrates the 100+ year history of the South Milwaukee Legion Post and our local veteran community.
The Woodstock Hippie Bus | Painted in 2024
The Woodstock Hippie Bus at 907 Milwaukee Avenue
This striking representation of a woodstock hippie bus with larger than life portraits of both Janis Joplin and Carlos Santana was done by Milwaukee Based Muralis, Antonio “Tone” Gomes. His portfolio includes THE Giannis mural in Downtown MKE, Bruce Lee in South Milwaukee, along with other works in Milwaukee, Chicago, Albuquerque, Portland, and other locations around the country! Follow Tone on IG @sketchy_tony to see what he gets into!
@sketchy_tony Art Works 2024 muralist
Little Shop of Horrors | Painted in 2024
Little Shop of Horrors at 1001 Milwaukee Avenue
A sprawling Audrey II from the Little Shop of Horrors is breaking through the wall at 1001 Milwaukee Avenue. Artist Gregory Frederic is the creater of this wildly popular mural at Parkway Floral. Gregory is an award winning artist, guest speaker, live painter and muralist hired by many organizations, including The Green Bay Packers. Inspiration for his colorful acrylic pieces comes from emotion felt through music, human form, injustices and people he meets. After painting murals in his birth country of Haiti, he relocated to Wisconsin where he raises his family and continues adding to his list of satisfied collectors. His unique masterpieces can be seen at The Appleton Public Library, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Austin Straubel Airport and at many fine art galleries. His unique artwork stays immortal in the memory of each viewer as he inspires change and respect for one another.
@crewlart | Gregory Fredrick 2024 Muralist
The Bruce Lee Mural | Painted in 2023
The West wall of the Sorce Martial Arts building, 926 Milwaukee Avenue, is host to our new mural!
Sorce Building | 926 Milwaukee Avenue
Antonio “Tone” Gomeź is a Milwaukee based muralist. Before Bruce Lee, his portfolio included THE Giannis mural in Downtown MKE, other works in Milwaukee, Chicago, Albuquerque, Portland, and other locations around the country ! Follow Tone on IG @sketchy_tony to see what he gets into!
@sketchy_tony Art Works 2023 muralist
From prepping the wall to painting with the community at our mural painting party and finishing the mural in less than one month, Tone Goméz, and assistant Nico Balboa, were an amazing team to watch create a beautiful piece of art across from our office.
Our Mural Fundraisers & Comminuty Engagement Projects
Continued contributions to this program will positively benefit Milwaukee Avenue revitalization efforts and continue boosting energy within our downtown business district.
Join the movement by making a tax deductible donation that would go directly towards creating a mural.