Community Canvas
Mural Festival
AUG 7th - 17th, 2025
THIS IS NOT JUST A FESTIVAL.
It’s a conversation and this is just the beginning.
"I believe New Hampshire's dedication to its future shines through the 'Community Canvas' mural festival by Arts Build Community. This initiative not only invests in creative projects but also uplifts the voices of the people who call this state home. Murals have always been a vibrant expression of a community’s identity, and I hope this program ignites meaningful discussions while making sure every community member feels seen and valued.”
— James Chase, ABC Founder
Your voice is needed
Painting the Town!
Get ready, New Hampshire! Arts Build Community is bringing a mural festival to the heart of Manchester, NH from August 7th-17th. This will be the 4th Community Canvas mural program festival in the Queen City, and an opportunity to tell community stories through public art. Community Canvas will amplify community voices rather than the individual, and aims to make art accessible to all, bringing people together through shared creative expression.
Community Canvas aims to provide a creative and collaborative experience through mural-making within Manchester. Why Manchester? Because this area is part of the cultural epicenter of the city, while also being composed of many low-income residents, small businesses, and social services. A mural project within this area provides opportunities to celebrate Manchester's cultural diversity, beautify the neighborhood, and uplift the voice of community members who have been underserved.
SPONSORS
Want to sponsor a wall, event or become a festival sponsor? artsbuildcommunity@gmail.com
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CALL FOR WALLS
Arts Build Community presents Community Canvas Mural Festival: August 2025
Outdoor Walls in Manchester
Outdoor Walls with high profile/high visibility
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Arts Build Community is looking for artists to particpate in our Community Canvas mural program.
Creating Together Builds Connections
The Community Canvas Mural Program is initiative from Arts Build Community, a New Hampshire-based group of local artists, creators, residents, organizers, businesses, and students. We believe everyone should have access to art and feel represented in their community.
The Community Canvas Mural Program:
Empowers residents from marginalized communities
Generates a sense of belonging for community members
Provides opportunities for community members to tell their stories and see themselves represented creatively in their neighborhood
Eliminates tangible and intangible barriers to art
Strengthens relationships in communities
Reflect, listen, discuss & repeat
We want to make people proud of where they live: spark wonder, challenge perceptions, and be a catalyst for new and important conversations. Each artist will engage, research, and reflect while actively listening to community members, integrating their stories into each mural. The creative process can, and should, be a part of building community resilience. Leading up to the week-long event, the community will discuss how they want to be represented and what we hope these murals represent.