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Public Art & Mural Program

SSA, GRCC, and 47th Ward are working together to bring art to our neighborhood.

Together, the Ravenswood Community Council, Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, and SSA #31 have brought a variety of permanent and temporary works of public art to to our neighborhood. Projects funded, organized, or supported by our organizations include murals, sculptures, textile installations, community landmarks, mosaics, and other creative works.

Ravenswood Sculpture Garden

Established in 2021 by the Ravenswood Community Council, Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, and Special Service Area #31, the Ravenswood Sculpture Garden celebrates our community’s rich history of arts and industry.

Chicago’s newest public art destination is now home to more than ten sculptures, including a few “guerilla” contributions. This magical attraction pays homage to Ravenswood’s creative spirit, delights its residents, and draws visitors to local small businesses. All of the sculptures are located along Ravenswood Ave, between Lawrence Ave and Irving Park Rd. Click here to learn more and plan your visit.

Aside from the Ravenswood Sculpture Garden, SSA#31 encourages the creation of and care for public mural in our community. SSA-sponsored murals currently on display in Ravenswood include: A Squirrel Named Penelope by John Airo; Community by Jamie Lynn Porto, For My Neighbors, With Love by Adrianne Hawthorne; Never More by Yolanda Pilch; and We All Live Here by Rich Alapack.

On View: Public Art in Ravenswood

While not comprehensive, this is as thorough a list of public art in Ravenswood as you’ll find. If you have information about a piece not listed here, please contact our office.

Eye Spy: Ravenswood

Created by: Alex Perkins
Mural
Located at Damen & Leland People Space

International Architect

Created by: John Himmelfarb
Sculpture
Located at Ravenswood Ave and Montrose Ave, SE corner (east side of the tracks)

Pino, A Habitat Tree

Created by: Emily Moorhead-Wallace, Janet Austin
Sculpture
Located at Urban Pooch, 4501 N Ravenswood Ave

Frog & Toad

Created by: Bill Carroll
Sculpture
Located at Ravenswood Ave and Wilson Ave, SE corner (west side of the tracks)

A Squirrel Named Penelope

Created by: John Airo
Mural
Located at Celtica Gifts, 1940 W Montrose Ave

Never More

Created by: Yola Pilch
Mural
Located at River Vallery Market, 1820 W Wilson Ave

Blind Love

Created by: John Airo
Sculpture
Located at Ravenswood Ave and Berteau Ave, SE corner (east side of the tracks)

Little Free Library

Created by: BitSpace Chicago and young ArtWalk 2023 attendees
Sculpture
Located at Ravenswood Ave and Wilson Ave, NE corner

Flight of the Honey Bee

Created by: Ross and Elizabeth Fiersten (Manifold)
Sculpture
Located at Ravenswood Ave and Montrose Ave, SW corner (west side of the tracks)

Oak Leaf Shade Bench II

Created by: Jim Gallucci
Sculpture
Located at The Deagan Building, 1770 W Berteau Ave

Please Note: Not all of the listed works were funded by SSA#31. This is a representation of the public art collection in the greater Ravenswood community.

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Artist + Property Owner Opportunities

The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce and Ravenswood Community Council are dedicated to supporting local artists and increasing opportunities for artists in our community. If you’re considering a public art project in our neighborhood, we’re here to help! Contact our office to get involved.

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