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New Deal Category: Murals

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Belden Station Post Office Mural – Norwalk CT

"Building Norwalk"

The Section of Fine Arts mural entitled “Building Norwalk” was painted in 1938 by Arnold Blanch for the Belden Station post office in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Arts Programs

Belding School Mural – Chicago IL

"Children's Activities"

The Belding School contains a WPA mural “Children’s Activities” by Roberta Elvis. Medium: oil on canvas Size: 15′ x 5’4″

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Amero Mural (destroyed) – New York NY

In the late 1930s Emilio Amero completed work on the mural entitled  “Tropical and Hudson Valley Vegetation,” for the entrance lobby in the new Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. It was one of over a dozen murals painted by artists for the… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Arenal Mural – New York NY

In 1936 Luis Arenal and his assistant completed work on the mural entitled  “North American Tropical Vegetation,” for the First Lobby Stairway of the new Psychiatric Building at Bellevue Hospital. It was one of over a dozen murals painted by artists… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Furedi Mural – New York NY

In the late 1930s Lily Furedi painted the mural entitled “Simple Way of Life” for the women’s large occupational therapy room in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital, It was one of over a dozen murals painted by artists for the building with… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Horn Mural – New York NY

In the late 1930s, Axel Horn and an assistant, George Brodsky, who was a veteran of the Lincoln Battalion, completed work on the mural entitled “Industrial Landscape” for the first floor waiting room in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital…. read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Karp Mural – New York NY

William Karp at work on The Normal Pursuits of Man.jpg

In 1936 and 1937 William Karp painted a mural entitled “Normal Pursuits of Man” for the occupational therapy exhibition room in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. It was one of over a dozen murals painted by artists for the psychiatric… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: laSpina Mural – New York NY

In the early 1940s Nunzio laSpina completed work on a mural decoration for the ceiling in the lobby of the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. LaSpina was one of over a dozen artists commissioned by the Federal Art Project (FAP)… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Ludins Mural – New York NY

In the late 1930s Ryah Ludins painted the mural entitled “Recreational Grounds of New York City” for the men’s recreation room in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. It was one of over a dozen murals painted by artists for the… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Margolis Mural – New York NY

“Materials of Relaxation,” by David Margolis was one of over a dozen murals that the Federal Art Project arm of the Works Progress Administration commissioned for the Psychiatric Building at Bellevue Hospital in the mid and late 1930s. “Materials of Relaxation”… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Quirt Mural – New York NY

In 1937 Walter Quirt completed work on the mural entitled The Growth of Medicine from Primitive Times for the doctor’s lounge room of the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. Quirt was one of over a dozen artists commissioned by the Federal Art… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Reisman Mural – New York NY

In 1936 Phil Reisman was one of over twelve artists commissioned by the Federal Art Project arm of the Works Progress Administration to paint a series of murals for the Psychiatric Building at Bellevue Hospital. With funding provided by the… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Ross Mural – New York NY

In the late 1930s, Louis Ross completed work on the mural entitled “Cyclorama of Handicrafts” for the classroom in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. Ross was one of over a dozen artists commissioned by the Federal Art Project arm… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bellevue Hospital: Tait Mural – New York NY

In the mid 1930s, Agnes Tait completed work on the mural entitled “Summer Holiday” for the women’s recreation room in the Psychiatric Building of Bellevue Hospital. Tait was one of over a dozen artists commissioned by the Federal Art Project arm of… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Ben Shahn Mural – Roosevelt NJ

Mural painted by Ben Shahn at the community building. Hightstown, New Jersey.

The Farm Security Administration commissioned this mural in 1937-38 to commemorate the New Deal resettlement community of Jersey Homesteads, now called Roosevelt, N.J. The mural can still be seen in the Roosevelt Public School. “Ben Shahn’s mural for the community… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Farm Security Administration (FSA), Housing Programs

Benicia Old State Capitol Building Painting – Benicia CA

“The Legend of El Diablo” “…is an oil painting on masonite done by Clarkson Dye (FAP/WPA Project #7754). It measures 42-1/4″ x 52-1/2″ and hangs in the second floor legislative meeting room. Originally this painting was installed at Mt. Diablo… read more

Project type: Art Works, Civic Facilities, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Benjamin Franklin Middle School (former) Murals – Norwalk CT

"Work, the Soul of Progress"

The former Benjamin Franklin Middle School in Norwalk, Connecticut houses two 15′ x 11′ oil on canvas murals by Harry Townsend, titled “Work, the Soul of Progress” and “Arrival of the First Settlers.” They were painted in 1938 for the… read more

Project type: Murals, Art Works
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs

Bennett School: Dahlstrom Mural – Chicago IL

"History of Books"

The Bennett School contains this WPA mural “History of Books” by Gustaf Dahlstrom, a 4’6″ x 70′ oil on canvas frieze in 15 sections. The frieze was restored in 2000.

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Bennett School: Spongberg Mural – Chicago IL

"Children's Subjects"

The Bennett School contains a mural “Children’s Subjects” by Grace Spongberg, depicting four subjects: 1) Art, 2) History, 3) Science, 4) Music Medium: oil on canvas Size: 4 panels, each 11′ x 6′ Restoration Info: Restored 2001

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Benton Grammar School (former): Walt Disney Murals – Kansas City MO

Disney mural

Walt Disney contributed drawings for WPA murals at the former Benton Grammar School (the school he attended as a boy, later renamed D.A. Holmes Elementary). The murals were completed by WPA artists and delighted children for decades. The school was… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs

Berea Police and Municipal Center (Old Post Office) Mural – Berea KY

Frank W. Long completed this tempera-on-plaster mural, entitled “Berea Commencement in the Old Days,” in 1940 with funds provided by the Treasury Section of Fine Arts. It is viewable in the lobby of the Berea Police and Municipal Center (itself a… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Treasury Department, Arts Programs, Federal & Military Operations

Bergen County Court House Murals – Hackensack NJ

“In the 1930’s as part of the Works Progress Administration (WPA), murals were painted in courtrooms 253 and 352. In the early 1940’s an additional mural was added in courtroom 357. All three murals were designed by Teaneck resident William… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs

Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center: Gates Mural – Bethesda MD

Gates Mural from former Post Office - Bethesda MD

Robert F. Gates painted the mural, “Montgomery County Farm Women’s Market,” in 1939 for the Bethesda post office, which was closed in 2012. It shows a woman feeding animals next to women selling produce at the Farm Women’s Market, which… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Arts Programs

Birch Bayh Federal Building Murals – Indianapolis IN

“Mail, Transportation and Delivery” and “Early Present Day Indianapolis Life” are two sets of murals painted by Grant Christian in 1935-6 with funding from the Treasury Relief Art Project. The artwork, which is not accessible to the general public, consists… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Relief Art Project (TRAP), Arts Programs

Black Hawk State Historic Site, Watchtower Lodge Murals – Rock Island IL

The CCC lodge at the Black Hawk State Historic Site contains “two murals painted in 1936 by Works Progress Administration (WPA) artist Otto Hake. The murals depict the seasonal activities of the Sauk and Mesquakie Indian people.”   (www.blackhawkpark.org)  

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs

Bloom Township High School – Mural – Chicago Heights IL

“Occupational Studies and Their Application” This fresco of six 9′ x 4’6″ panels was painted with the help of New Deal funds.

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs

Board of Water and Light Dye Conditioning Plant: Cassara Mural – Lansing MI

Board of Water and Light Dye Conditioning Plant: Cassara Mural - Lansing MI

The Board of Water and Light Dye Conditioning Plant in Lansing, Michigan contains multiple examples of New Deal artwork, including: “Water As Destructive Element” and ” Beneficial Force of Water,” two murals created in 1940 by Frank Cassara. “The upper lobby features… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs

Board of Water and Light Dye Conditioning Plant: Pollock Mural – Lansing MI

The Board of Water and Light Dye Conditioning Plant in Lansing, Michigan contains multiple examples of New Deal artwork, including: “Water as Hydro-Electric Power,” a 1941 mural by Charles Pollock. “Charles Pollock’s 1941 mural in the center shows man’s control over nature and… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Arts Programs

Bob Casey Federal Building and Courthouse Mural – Houston TX

"Houston Ship Canal--Loading Oil"

“Houston Ship Canal–Loading Oil” Medium: oil on canvas Size: 6’6″ x 6’6″

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Arts Programs

Bob Hope Patriotic Hall Mural – Los Angeles CA

"Soldiers and Sailors"

“Soldiers and Sailors is a three panel painted mural [by Arthur Leitner] in the vestibule of Bob Hope Patriotic Hall. Created in 1942 as part of the WPA Art Project, the mural depicts the United States’ military uniforms from 1776 through… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Borough Hall Murals – Emerson NJ

"Firefighters Of The Gay Nineties"

The historic Emerson Borough Hall houses numerous (11) examples of New Deal artwork commissioned by the Federal Art Project (FAP). “Three of the murals are located in the Lower Level Conference Room; one in the Gun Room; one in the… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Arts Programs, Federal Arts Project (FAP)

Borough Hall Murals – Staten Island NY

The grand lobby of Borough Hall contains a series of Depression Era bas-reliefs and 13 large murals painted by Frederick Charles Stahr in 1940 under the auspices of the WPA Arts Project. The murals illustrate important events in Staten Island… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: WPA Arts Project (WPAAP), Federal Works Agency (FWA), Arts Programs, Public Works Funding

Borough Hall Murals (missing) – Brooklyn NY

“During May and June 1946, two 900-square-foot murals depicting three centuries of local history were unceremoniously removed from the cavernous two-story rotunda of Brooklyn Borough Hall less than a decade after their creation. The murals, titled “Brooklyn Past and Present,”… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Broad Ripple Station Post Office Mural – Indianapolis IN

“Suburban Street” is a 1942 Section of Fine Arts mural entitled “Suburban Street” by Alan Tompkins. The size of the mural is 11’9″ x 5’2″ and the medium is oil on canvas. The work is installed in Indianapolis’s historic Broad… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Arts Programs

Bronx General Post Office Murals – Bronx NY

The Bronx General Post Office houses a set of 13 magnificent mural panels—collectively titled “Resources of America”— by Ben Shahn and Bernarda Bryson Shahn. A Lehman College Guide to Public Art in the Bronx has this to say about the… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Treasury Section of Fine Arts (TSFA), Arts Programs

Brooklyn College: Library Murals – Brooklyn NY

"Famous Libraries of the World"

Brooklyn College Library contains two WPA Federal Arts Project murals entitled “Famous Libraries of the World” painted by Olindo Mario Ricci in 1936-1939. A plaque on the wall near the murals reads: “Gracing the Library’s grandest reading room are murals of… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Brooklyn High School of the Arts Mural – Brooklyn NY

Under the WPA Federal Arts Project, artist Monty Lewis installed a large double fresco depicting “The Cotton Industry in Contemporary America” in 1936. The fresco may be in the auditorium or in a corridor. At the time of installation, this building… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Brooklyn Museum (Williamsburg Houses) Murals – Brooklyn NY

In 1936, “when the United States was still reeling from the Great Depression, a series of murals was commissioned by the Federal Art Project (FAP), to be painted in the community rooms at the Williamsburg Public Housing development in Brooklyn,… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs

Brooklyn Technical High School Mural – Brooklyn NY

The school’s main lobby features a large oil on canvas WPA mural painted by Maxwell Starr in 1941 . Entitled “History of Mankind in Terms of Mental and Physical Labor,” the mural “traces developments from the Stone Age through the 1930s and… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs

Burbank City Attorney’s Office Mural – Burbank CA

This mural “Justice” by Bartholomew de Mako was originally made for the Burbank City Hall under the auspices of the WPA Federal Art Project. It is now displayed in the lobby of the City Attorney’s Office: “Set against the background… read more

Project type: Art Works, Murals
Agency: Federal Arts Project (FAP), Works Progress Administration (WPA), Arts Programs, Work Relief Programs
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