Rudy Bruner Award Collection

Title

Beyond Walls

Description

2019 Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence - Silver Medal

Beyond Walls is centrally located in the urban downtown of Lynn, Massachusetts. This creative placemaking-focused nonprofit collaborates with local government, community groups, and stakeholders to deploy public art and other experiences in marginal or little-used spaces. Its projects have included a murals festival—which attracted international artists—and the restoration of vintage neon signs.

Beyond Walls has used grassroots efforts to promote stronger, more vibrant, and more inclusive communities. Through their projects and programming, they have retained the voice, integrity, and pride of area residents.

Coverage

Lynn, MA

Date

2016

Subject

public art

urban beautification

community development

art education

youth programs

public spaces

public-private sector cooperation

Rights

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