EPB celebrates completion of 10th Street Substation Mural project
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — EPB held a dedication ceremony on Tuesday, June 18 to celebration the completion of its 10th Street Substation mural project.
EPB dedicated new artworks by 10 local artists. All artists live or work in EPB’s service area.
Here are the new artworks and artists:
- Christen McNelly – “Together We Shine Brighter”
- Jaclyn Lewis – “Collective Magic”
- Jerome Foster – “The Magician”
- Juanita Montgomery – “The Art of Unity”
- Justin Butts – “Lift One Another”
- Karen Estes – “Double Dutch”
- Lexi D’Ambrosio – “Seeds of Hope”
- Olivia Reckert – “Bessie”
- Rea Shaw – “ChattUnity”
- Sofia Rudakevych – “Garment of Destiny”
10th Street Substation Mural celebration with artists. Photo: EPB.
The theme of this final part of the project was “The Magic of Unity.” The new murals are on the southeast-facing wall of the substation, and they face the Douglas Heights Apartments.
Mayor Tim Kelly has participated in all four dedication ceremonies. “EPB’s 10th Street Substation mural project reflects the MLK neighborhood’s history, spirit and culture while serving as a point of pride for our entire community,” said Mayor Kelly. “Community art tells the story of our city, and we’re proud to join EPB in highlighting local artists across Chattanooga.”
Over the four years of this project, local artists have completed a total of 41 murals.
10th Street Substation Murals
An IMPLAN analysis found that every dollar spent on the project generates $1.78 of economic output in our region, according to EPB.
“We’re proud to share our space with talented local artists to tell the story of the MLK neighborhood,” said EPB CEO David Wade. “The murals are far more than a beautification project. By working together, we have helped create opportunities for local artists while elevating them as professionals and providing a platform for those who may not always be represented.”
