
Get involved with Mending Walls
Through collaborative, community-engaged art, Mending Walls aims to advance social justice by connecting community members from different backgrounds in conversation to foster empathy, understanding, and healing.
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The Conversations
Every Mending Walls project is a collaboration that begins with a critical conversation. On the podcast, listen to discussions with collaborating artists about the messages in their art, inspired by the knowledge they gain during their collaboration process, and the discussions they hope to ignite change within the community.
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The Collaborations
Mending Walls organizes a variety of collaborative public art projects, including murals, dance performances, spoken word poetry, and events.
These initiatives aim to bridge differences and encourage meaningful conversations that unite people, fostering empathy and understanding among diverse backgrounds to create a more just and equitable community.
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The Documentary
The documentary takes you behind the scenes of the groundbreaking Mending Walls public art project, which led to the establishment of our non-profit organization. It all started in Richmond in 2020 as a response to the need for community healing and dialogue.
This story highlights the journey of recognizing frustration and confusion, understanding differences, fostering empathy, and healing a community through art and the civic engagement.
Upcoming events
Mending Walls is buzzing with opportunities to connect. Explore the vibrant murals on guided tours, lend a hand at community volunteer days, and engage in thought-provoking civic talks. Check our events calendar for details and be a part of healing through art.
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