Closing Bell: Mural Dedication at Broken Angel

A mural is going up on the construction fence at Broken Angel and there will be a public dedication ceremony this Sunday. Developer Barrett Design and Development commissioned it from Groundswell Community Mural Project and The Urban Assembly Unison School.

The 32-foot long mural was designed by artist Misha Tyutyunik and illustrates the history of the site. Sixth grade students at Unison School helped paint it. When construction is finished, the mural will be relocated to a permanent home at the nearby school.

In the words of an email about the mural sent out by Barrett Design and Development:

4 Downing, formerly known as “Broken Angel,” was an artist owned and occupied perpetual design study from approximately 1979 through 2006. The building and block were also the backdrop for Dave Chapelle’s Block Party – a comedy and music festival that took place there in 2004 (and later became a documentary film by the same title).

In the spirit of artistic experimentation and community involvement, BDD plans a series of events in conjunction with our redevelopment of the building. We envision our work as the next chapter in the continued evolution of 4 Downing, spanning from the building’s origins as a 19th century tenement into its future as a residential anchor in the community.

The event will take place from 1 to 3 pm at 4 Downing Street. There will be a DJ and free refreshments from the Milk Truck.

Photo via Barrett Design and Development