Did
you know that Augusta, GA (located right across the river from Aiken, SC) is
nicknamed "The Garden City". Beautiful flowers and hand drawn outdoor
art murals cover the city. You simply just have to slow down and take a look. In
this video we will give you some hints on where to find some of these colorful
murals.
Have
you ever visited Augusta for the Masters golf tournament or any other event
that Augusta offers? If you happen to arrive by airplane the "Greetings
from Augusta, Georgia" has been there to greet you! This mural was painted
by children's book illustrator, Dawn Cardona.
Dawn is known for her vintage style. Located at 1501 Aviation Way
Augusta, GA 30906
The RESPECT mural which is located at 601
7th Street, more commonly known as
the James Brown Arena. The mural was painted by Jason Craig, a
local artist. Jason has painted many of the murals that you see around the
Augusta area. The powerful RESPECT mural has lots of iconic images that
represent what Augusta, GA means to the locals. Located at 601 7th street
Augusta, GA 30901
If
you are on the river side at the intersection of Reynolds and 12th street you
will see stairs leading down to the river.
The colorful INNOVATION mural is painted there. Aort Reed is the artist
of this mural depicting Augusta's very own Sharon Jones. Located at 100 Grace
Harper Lane Augusta, GA 30901
Our
last mural pick in the Augusta area is the Harrisburg Biome 1 and 2 murals
located in the Harrisburg neighborhood. These two murals were painted by
husband and wife, Wes and Colleen Beyer Stewart. Harrisburg Biome 1 is located
on the Calhoun Expressway underpass on the north side of Crawford Avenue. Harrisburg
Biome 2 is located on the Calhoun Expressway underpass on Eve Street. The
vibrant flowers really come alive as you drive pass. Located at Crawford Avenue
underpass
There
are many more murals located both indoors and outdoors around the city. Comment
below if you can find them!
If
you are heading back into Aiken to find your dream home make sure to stop at
this mural located right across the river inside SRP Park. SRP Park is home to
the Augusta GreenJackets baseball team. The Auggie Wings mural painted by April
Henry King is a must to "get your wings" before grabbing a beer and
baseball game. Located at 187 Railroad Avenue North Augusta, SC 29841
Before
you head home after a long day of mural searching swing by the Sno-Cap Drive. The
Sno-Cap is a 1960's inspired restaurant. Don't be surprised if you add one more
must see mural to your list! April Henry
King also painted the Sno-Cap Drive Inn mural to depict a classic American
moment in time. Located at 618
West Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841
We
hope you have enjoyed some of our favorite murals in the Augusta/North Augusta
area. If you enjoy searching for hidden gems, we also made a video about
Aiken's outdoor mural scene! Make sure to hit the subscribe button for our next
video!
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