This is Houston Public Art Project

Class XXVII wanted to raise awareness of Houston’s diversity through art, and highlight the city’s strength in education, the environment, healthcare, and leadership. In partnership with the Museum of Cultural Arts, Houston (MOCAH), the class designed a public art project representing these themes, secured a high-visibility location for its display, and raised more than $20,000 to fund the art. Much of the funding was personally contributed by classmates themselves. Class members also helped create and build the 6 ft. x 30 ft. custom mosaic mural during weekend workshops over a three-month period. The result, entitled “This is Houston”, was the first public art project in the city to honor Houston’s broad diversity and is permanently on display as a gift to the city of Houston at 2615 Montrose Boulevard. The artwork also contributes to the city’s public beautification efforts and demonstrates awareness of Leadership Houston, as a non-profit organization dedicated to developing local leaders.