MURFREESBORO, TN - Main Street Murfreesboro, in collaboration with the Rutherford County Government and City of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation, has launched the USA 250 Community Mural Mosaic Project. This public art initiative is designed to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States through a massive, collaborative installation titled "The Patriot’s Flag."

The project invites local residents to contribute to a permanent piece of history by hand-painting 650 individual 4x4 tiles. When assembled, these tiles will form a large-scale mosaic featuring a bald eagle set against the backdrop of the American flag. The finished mural, measuring 8 feet by 16 feet, will be installed on the historic Shacklett’s Photography building at 105 South Church Street, positioned next to the Rutherford County Historic Courthouse.

Organizers emphasize that the mural is intended to be a collective masterpiece, representing the diverse stories and artistic expressions of the Murfreesboro and Tennessee communities. Participation is free and open to all ages and skill levels, with all painting supplies provided at scheduled events.

A series of community painting workshops have been
scheduled throughout May and June at various local landmarks:

• May 13: Chamber of Commerce (3050 Medical Center Pkwy.) - 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

• May 16: Rutherford County America 250 Free Family Day, Oakland’s City Park - 11:00 AM-6:00 PM

• May 17: Oaklands Mansion Free Day - 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

  

• May 22: Rutherford County Farmer’s Market and Bradley Academy Event - 7:00 AM-12:00 PM

• May 23: Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) - 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

• May 29: Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

• June 4: St. Clair Senior Center (Ages 55+) - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

• June 5: Friday Night Live Concert, Public Square - 6:30-9:30 PM

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• June 6: Murfreesboro Saturday Market, Courthouse - 8:00 AM-12:00 PM

  

• June 15: Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Grand Opening - 8:30-10:00 AM

The mural will be officially unveiled to the public on July 3, coinciding with the Friday Night Live concert. The reveal is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the South Church Street location, followed by a performance by the band Entice. Additionally, the Rutherford County Courthouse Historic Museum will offer tours from 4:30-6:30 PM that evening. Scroll down for a larger image and to learnwho to contact for more information. 

Need More Details? For more information on how to participate, residents can contact Main Street Murfreesboro at 615-895-1887 or visit the organization's official website (www.mainstreetmurfreesboro.org).