martin luther king jr library mural project

The Martin Luther King Jr. Library is a modern branch of the Aurora Public Library that serves as a key community hub in northwest Aurora, the East Colfax corridor, as well as the vibrant Aurora Cultural Arts District (ACAD). Its location places it within a diverse and active part of the city, where it functions not only as a library, but also as an accessible public gathering space for residents of all ages.

The Aurora Cultural Arts District is commissioning an artist for a site-specific mural artist.

Wall Measurements:

Height:17’
Width: 36’ 4”
Book racks (can be removed to accommodate mural): 6’ height, 15’ 2” width,
Door: 10’ 1.5” height, 11’ width

Materials

Materials must be durable and appropriate for interior applications, Depending on choice of materials, the mural can be painted on-site within the open hours of the Library, or it can be created in a studio setting on a suitable substrate such as polytab, aluminum, M.D.O., primed mdf, or mosaic and moved to the site for installation.