After first moving to Lansing and taking a quick tour of the city, I was amazed by how much art touched the city. Lansing’s art scene is truly inspiring, and the artists that have painted the town have given us a tremendous gift. In an effort to get my preschooler out of the house but maintain social distancing, we decided to adventure to view some of these fantastic murals up close and in person.
Artist: Sentrock
Where: 226 E César E. Chávez Ave, Lansing
Artist: Nanibah Nani Chacon
Where: Polka Dots Boutique 1207 Turner Rd, Lansing
Artists: MICA and Reach Studio Art Center
Where: Behind the 300 block of E. Cesar Chavez Avenue and Turner Street
Artist: Steven Allen
Where: The Artisan Company 117 West South Street, Lansing
Artist: Werc
Where: 901 Cleveland St, Lansing
Artists: Various
Commissioned by Old Town General Store owner, Rhea V.
Where: 408 E César E. Chávez Ave, Lansing
Artists: Collaboration between Sydney G. James, Eufoe, Birdcap, and Spiz
Where: The Cadillac Room 1115 S Washington Ave, Lansing
Artist: Sentrock
Where: 1132 S Washington, Lansing
Artist: Designed by Natalie Puckett and painted by Tracie Davis
Where: American Fifth Spirits 112 N Larch St, Lansing
Artist: Htown Ink
Where: Kean’s Store 406 S Jefferson St, Mason
Artist: Christopher Kramm
Where: BAD Brewing Company 440 S Jefferson St, Mason
Artist: Tom Phillips
Where: Preuss Pets1127 N Cedar St, Lansing
Artist: Tony Hendrick
Where: Impression 5 200 Museum Dr, Lansing
Artist: Isiah Lattimore
Where: Part of the ARTpath 2020 located under the 496 Bridge
Artist: Emily Luyk
Where: Part of the ARTpath 2020 located under the Kalamazoo Bridge
While this is just a short list of a few of the incredible murals decorated around our city, I encourage you to let it inspire you to get out and see what artists have created in the form of unique street art. If you are looking for a place to start, I highly recommend beginning with ARTpath 2020. They have even put together a google map for you to be able to navigate the exhibitions easier. Make a bucket list of must-see murals, pack some snacks, and go on a mural hunt with your littles!
