Philadelphia has a long history of mural artwork and has more murals than any other city in the United States. Murals are often used to convey the distinctive history and culture of Philly’s neighborhoods.
One of the goals that District Attorney Seth Williams has pursued since taking office has been to restore and promote artwork in the District Attorney’s Office. The intent is to inspire and uplift the many prosecutors who work tirelessly everyday in pursuit of justice. With that in mind, he commissioned a new indoor mural that would symbolize these efforts, as well as highlight the unique communities the office serves.
Done in conjunction with the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, the mural was officially unveiled this Tuesday. As you walk off the main elevators, a wall-to-wall mural depicts scenes such as the Italian Market as well as neighborhoods across the City. This innovative piece incorporates technology in a unique way, with six WiFi-enabled frames that rotate to show photographs of the ongoing work at Community Action Centers.
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