JAMAICA PLAiN ART WALK
There is something incredible about Jamaica Plain. Maybe it’s they way it feels like a jewel a hidden amongst the city’s other neighborhoods, verdant and eclectic, it stays hidden in plain sight. Nestled between two of the city’s historic parks it has long been known as haven for artists, activists and immigrants which has always drawn people looking for change.
The art in this area is a conversation, a reflection of the history of immigration to the state, city and neighborhood. It tells us the story of an area that has ebbed and flowed with the times, ever changing with the help of a population whose diversity has helped it grow and endure over the years.
Each piece you find on this tour is part of a greater dialogue about the importance of public art to our communities, representation, and the role immigrants have played in our continued evolution.
With an eclectic combination of stores, restaurants and of course art, which extends up and down Centre Street, The Jamaica Plain Art Walk is an engaging 1.25 miles tour through this unique neighborhood. During this Art Walk you will find a treasure trove of unique mural art created by the pioneering Mayor’s Mural Crew, who spent more than 30 years creating murals that reflect the diversity of our communities throughout Metro Boston, along with different pieces sponsored by local businesses and organizations.
This Art Walk is easily accessible via the Orange line (Green Street). This neighborhood is both heavily residential and heavily trafficked in parts. So, be careful as you explore and please respect the neighborhood(s), the art, and the people who live and work there.
Have a safe visit and happy Art Walking!
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ART WALK STATS
Published: Sept 2, 2024
Total Distance: approx 1.25 mi
Estimated Time: 45 minutes - 1hr
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain.
Closest Subway: Orange Line, Green Street. (Exit the Station, take a LEFT onto Green Street. Walk straight until you hit Center Street. Takes about 5 minutes) .
Food: I suggest checking out Boston Eater
ART WORK LIST
Artist information, website, and IG handle included where available
“Electrical Box with Bird” by Alphonse DePalma (@84_alphonse / www.84design.co) On the corner of Centre Street and Green Street
“The Official Massachusetts State Dinosaur” Electrical Box by unknown. On Centre Street the other side of the building.
“Scenic Mural” by The Jamaica Plain Youth Mural Program and Alex Cook (stonebalancer.com) 659 Centre Street.
“Hearts” by Alvin Acóma Colón (@acomaart). In the doorway of 660 Centre Street
“Neili’ka” by Heidi Schork and the Mayor’s Mural Crew, 2014. 674 Centre Street. On the side of The Purple Cactus (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew)
“City Feed” by Kristin Cortese. 672 Centre Street. City Feed and Supply
“Tenago” by Heidi Schork and The Mayors Mural Crew, 2014. 1 Harris Ave. in the Alley. (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew)
“Untitled Electrical Box with a Map of Boston” by Sophia Day (@night.n.day) to the Right of the Fire Station.
“MultiColoured Electrical Box” by Cory Corcoran. (@corcorcoran) Next to Park, directly across from the Eliot Street Mural.
“Untitled Mural showing the Distribution of Creative Resources” by Heidi Schork and The Mayor’s Mural Crew. Corner of Centre Street and Eliot Street. (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew)
“Electrical Box” by Fatov Gorlitski (@FATOV_gorlitski/www.fatovgorlitski.com) On the side of 701 Centre Street.
“Light Parade” by Heidi Schork and the Mayor’s Mural Crew. On Borroughs Street. In the Parking Lot. (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew)
“Day and Night Mural” by Heidi Schork and The Mayor’s Mural Crew. 660 Centre Street. On the side. (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew)
“Don’t forget to Smile” by artist unknown. 612 Centre Street.
“You Are Loved/Eres Amado” by Alex Cook, 2021 (@stonebalancerart/youarelovedmurals.com) On the corner of Robinwood Street and Centre Street.
“Kinsboro Park Mural” by Best Dressed Signs, 2013. 488 Center Street. Corner of Kinsboro St and Centre St. (bestdresseddesgns.com)
“Tribal Geometric Mural” by Fernando Ayala (@ayala8188) on the Corner of Center Street and Boylston Street next to Zesta’s Pizza. 460 Centre Street. Corner of Boylston and Center Street.
“People of Jamaica Plain” by Artist Unknown, 2000. 3 Moraine Street. Corner of Moraine and Center Street.
"Butterfly Mural” by Heidi Schork and the Mayors Mural Crew. 413 Centre Street. (@heidischork @mayorsmuralcrew) on the front of the Whole Foods
“Pride Mural” by @artbyprop
“The Gods of the Taino People” by Rafael Rivera Garcia with Jose Ramos, Jose Alicea, John Montero, 1984. On Perkins Street. Walk around the block it’s about on the back of the Whole Foods, used to be HI LO. Restored in 2011 by the Mayor's Mural Crew.
“Women’s Profiles” by Victor Marka Quinonez (@marka_27, @donrimx, @problak.) 395 Centre Street. At Corner of Center and Bay Street
