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10 Memphis Street Murals You Need to See!

There are SO many murals in Memphis, but here are a few of our favorites. Check them out here, and then head out to see them for yourself!

Β· By Micki Martin
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Memphis is known for many thingsβ€”music, food … Elvis. Add to that list some amazing artwork. There’s plenty of public art around townΒ that’s yours for the viewing. Today, we’re focusing on murals in Memphis. They range in theme and size, but they’re all pretty impressive and worth your time to take a look. We’ve hunted them down; you just need to swing by and take a gander for yourself. Check them out:

DeNeuville Learning Center atΒ 190 S. Cooper St.

At 190 S. Cooper St., you can gaze at the vibrant colors and the diversity of people who appear in the mural.Pin
The DeNeuville Learning Center, located atΒ 190 S. Cooper St., features this vibrant mural. Gaze at the vibrant colors and the diversity of people included in the painting, and you’ll have a perfect vision of the work that goes on inside.

Bari Ristorante at Overton Square

The mural pictured here outside of Bari Ristorante at Cooper and Madison is as intricate as it is whimsical. Pin
The mural pictured here, created by David Lynch, is the outside faΓ§ade of Bari Ristorante at Overton Square, located at Cooper and Madison. It’s as intricate as it is whimsical. See the before and progress shots here.

Broad Avenue at Scott Street

This work on Broad Avenue at Scott Street is an imipressive 10 feet high and 36 feet long. Created by Michael Roy, it's part of the "I Love Memphis" mural project.Pin
This work on Broad Avenue at Scott Street is an impressive 10 feet high and 36 feet long. Created by Michael Roy, it’s part of the I Love Memphis mural project.

Broad Avenue Arts District

Spotted in the Broadway Avenue Arts District, this mural by Guillame Alby says, "This is me, this is you, this is we." We love the geometric shapes the multi-dimensional feeling it evokes.Pin
Spotted in the BroadΒ Avenue Arts District, this mural by Guillame Alby says,”This is me, this is you, this is we.” We love the geometric shapes and the multidimensional feeling it evokes.

Central Avenue Next to Central BBQ

You can almost hear the music pouring out of this amazing work of art. The all-animal band just FEELS like Memphis, doesn't it?Pin
You can almost hear the music pouring out of this amazing work of art created by Lee Holliday and his son, Paul Holliday, found right next to Central BBQ in Midtown, can’t you?

I Love Memphis at Cooper-Young

Part of the "I love Memphis" mural series sponsored by the Urban Arts Commission, the Memphis Convention and Visitors Bureau and the City of Memphis, this one by artist Brandon Marshall shares the sentiment and can be found at Cooper-Young in Midtown.Pin
Part of the I Love Memphis mural series sponsored by the Urban Arts Commission, the Memphis Convention & Visitor Bureau and the city of Memphis, this one by artist Brandon Marshall shares the sentiment and can be found at Cooper-Young in Midtown.

β€œBirdcap Underwater” at Eclectic Eye

Found on the side of the Eclectic Eye at Cooper and Peabody, "Birdcap Underwater" by Michael Roy offers a magnified view of a bayou-type water scene, complete with a pair of crocs.Pin
Found on the side of the Eclectic Eye at Cooper and Peabody, β€œBirdcap Underwater” by Michael Roy offers a magnified view of a bayou-type water scene, complete with a pair of crocs.

Marc Gasol Matador Mural

Artists Kyle Taylor puts a matador spin on Grizzly Marc Gasol, who hails from Barcelona. You can check it out up close at the corner of Highland and Southern.Pin
Artist Kyle Taylor puts a matador spin on Memphis Grizzliesβ€˜ center Marc Gasol, who hails from Barcelona. You can check it out up close at the corner of Highland and Southern.

Lester Community Center on Tillman

Artists Mark and Megan Davey created this uplifting mural on the side of the Lester Community Center on Tillman. It showcases the variety of activities available at the Lester Community Center.Pin
Artists Mark and Megan Davey created this uplifting mural on the side of the Lester Community Center on Tillman. It showcases the variety of activities available at the center.

Cooper-Young BusinessΒ Mural

Artist Jeanne Seagle created this masterpiece that showcases many of the businesses in the Cooper-Young district. There's so much to look at!Pin
Artist Jeanne Seagle created this masterpiece that showcases many of the businesses in the Cooper-Young District. There’s so much to look at!

We hope you’ve enjoyed this mini mural tour. We encourage you to get out and find these murals in Memphis, snap a picture in front of them and share them on Instagram using theΒ hashtag #styleblueprint. And don’t forget to tag us β€” and follow us:Β @styleblueprintmemphis. And, let us know of your favorites as well! Have fun embracing the fabulous Memphis street art scene!

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