We’re making a
mural!
Lodi Arts Foundation and it’s community partners are working to update the existing mural at the PG&E substation on Cherokee Lane. Painted 26 years ago, the existing mural is too weathered to be repaired, so we are bringing the community together to decide what to put in its place.
If you’d like to be included in the planning process, scroll on to find out how to get involved!
The Foundation is also seeking donations to cover the expected costs of restoration, preparation and installation of the wall and mural.
Funding Progress
Cherokee Lane Mural Project
a collaboration with PG&E
Lodi Arts Foundation’s mural project is an initiative designed to provide a positive, inclusive space for the community to engage with art-making and experience the transformative impact of the arts in Lodi. The project encourages community-wide participation by providing a platform for artists to connect with the community. The mural fosters a sense of shared ownership and pride in Lodi’s public spaces and partners with multiple city organizations including the Lodi Arts Commission and PG&E
Key Components:
Creates a positive, inclusive space for art-making
Amplifies the transformative impact of the arts
Community needs art,
art needs Community
It takes more than one person or organization to complete a project of this size. Take a look at who is involved (so far).
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That’s US!
We’re a 501c3 charitable organization, founded to be the fundraising arm of the Lodi Arts Commission, but have since expanded to create our own projects and events, such as the Art Hop. We are collecting funds, calling community meetings, and guiding the plan through its completion.
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PG&E owns the wall on which the mural will be installed. It has also provided us with our first donation by way of a $2500 grant!
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The City of Lodi’s Arts oversight organization, the LAC commissions and oversees upkeep of much of the public art in Lodi. They are also considering a $40,000 grant towards the mural project.
Our 4-phase Plan
Discovery
We initiate each engagement with a focused discovery phase.
Analysis
Collected data is subjected to rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Strategy Design
Insights inform a tailored strategy that addresses defined goals.
Implementation
Approved strategies transition to implementation under disciplined governance.
Current Phase
Current Phase
We are currently on phase 2 of the project, in which we are seeking input from the community on what the mural should include, how it ought to look, and what community values it might uphold.
Initiate a Productive DialogueComplete the form with contextual information regarding your challenges, timelines, and desired outcomes, and our team will respond promptly with an evidence-based recommendation framework.