MEDIA ADVISORY
December 5, 2019
MARTA UNVEILS NEW COMMUNITY INSPIRED MURAL
AT
EAST LAKE
STATION
This Saturday, MARTA is celebrating the installation of a new mural by artist Nico Romero at East Lake Station. The mural was inspired by Romero’s interaction with members of the communities surrounding the station; Kirkwood, East Lake, Decatur, and
Oakhurst. Each image relates to a conversation, experience, or a story told to the artist by a community member.
WHEN:
Saturday, December 7, 2019
1 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Coffee/hot chocolate party
2 p.m. – Group photo shot by drone
WHERE: East Lake Station
1156 DeKalb Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30307
WHO:
Residents of Kirkwood, East Lake, Decatur, and Oakhurst are invited
All are welcome!
The mural installation was made possible through MARTA’s public art program, Artbound. One percent of MARTA’s annual budget is allocated to enhance the ridership experience through visual and performance arts. To learn more visit
https://www.itsmarta.com/artbound.aspx.