Tag: public art

  • Charleston ARTbus Unveiling

    We are excited to unveil the winning submission for the FOURTH Charleston ARTbus!

    On October 19 Charleston’s fourth ARTbus will be parked out beside Slack Plaza in Charleston’s Downtown, designed by Charleston artist Wes Eary! When you head downtown to dine local on Thursday evening, stop by and check it out! This project was made possible by FestivALL, Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority, the City of Charleston Office of Public Art, and Assured Partners.

    Thank you to our generous sponsors and partners

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  • Youth ARTBus Voting

    Charleston’s ARTbus is back! The public will vote on their favorite June 14th – 23rd as part of FestivALL. Visit us at festivallcharleston.com to cast your vote through June 23rd for the design you want to see on a 29′ KRT bus. 

    This year, 3 students, 1 from Elementary, 1 from Middle and 1 from High School will have their designs chosen to be a part of Charleston’s first YOUTH ARTbus. The winners will be announced on Monday June 24th. This mobile mural will be unveiled at FestivFALL and begin hosting thousands of commuters.

    Voting open through June 23!


    VOTE HERE!

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    to our generous sponsors

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    2023 ARTbus

    Designed by Wes Eary

    2022 ARTbus

    Designed by Melissa Doty

    2021 ARTbus

    Charly Wonder – designed by Charly Jupiter Hamilton

    2020 ARTbus

    Take Strange Trails – designed by Blake Wheeler

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  • FestivALL Porch Parade

    A vibrant celebration of the creativity and spirit of FestivALL showcases a Parade of Porches! Local artists have been commissioned to create larger-than-life art installations at homes and businesses in the East End. Check out the Porch Parade map to create your own parade route.

    Neighborhood stoops, porches and yards will turn into into works of art with stationary “floats”! 

    These “floats” will be commissioned by a variety of local artists, and community members are encouraged to decorate their homes with festive decorations to enhance to overall experience.

    Parade goers can choose to drive or walk as they enjoy the FestivALL Porch Parade.

     

    2023 Porch Parade Artists: Caroline Murphy, Liz Pavlovic, Vasilia Scouras & Jeff Pierson, Brianna Taft, Elizabeth Turner and more!

    Where does the parade take place?

     For 2023, the commissioned “floats” will be concentrated on the East End of Charleston, WV.

    Did you know that the 1500 Block of Quarrier St. used to be the longest block in the United States?

    Want to explore more of Charleston’s public art? Take a look at this City of Charleston public art map!


    PUBLIC ART TOURS

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  • Public Art Mural Bike Tour

    Learn about Charleston’s public art scene from the seat of your own bike!

    Celebrate 20 years of FestivALL with West Virginia Pedal Pals on a 90-minute guided bike tour of the vibrant murals of over 20 vibrant murals and public art installations in the capital city’s Downtown and East End neighborhoods.

    Bring your own bike and don’t forget your helmet!

    This event is free and welcome to all.

    Meet at Taylor Books at 5:30pm, ride will begin promptly at 6pm.

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  • ARTbus Unveiling

    Charleston’s ARTbus is back! Designs have been submitted and one design has been chosen!  This mobile mural will be unveiled on June 14th and begin hosting thousands of commuters!

    This year’s ARTbus winner is Melissa Doty!

    THANK YOU
    to our
    generous sponsors

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