The Fleetwood-Jourdain Center and ARTSiE Present

The Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Mural

ARTSiE is facilitating the creation of an historic public mural on the exterior walls of the Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center in celebration of Evanston’s longest standing community center and honoring the 5th ward’s history of leadership and community. Led by muralists, “Piloto” Nieves and Andrew Walker, community mural workshops are in full swing where children and family members create clay medallions that will later be glazed and included in The Fleetwood-Jourdain mural. Make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more ARTSiE workshop updates!

Next Workshop: Coming Soon! Stay tuned for details.

Medallions and Their Artists

Zion

Davontay

Charlotte

Mural Project Blogs

  • Over the Rainbow

    Discover how our workshop with Over the Rainbow inspired creativity and connection here.

  • Foster Seniors

    Explore how ARTSiE's collaboration with FJCC seniors is shaping a powerful community mural, celebrating Evanston's history, hopes, and dreams for future generations here!

  • Connections for the Homeless

    See ARTSiE’s free community workshop that was visited by ove during Connections for the Homeless’ Block Party in Twiggs Park here.

  • Chicago Workshops

    Explore all of our summer 2024 offerings, impacting children and families in the area surrounding the FJCC here.

  • Spring Break

    ARTSiE’s spring break camp at FJCC featured artists introducing children to themes of nature, identity, and community through painting, nutrition, clay creations, and nature walks. Take a look here for more!

  • Mural Kickoff

    Read about the historic community mural’s inaugural day, featuring the beginning stages of the project here.

Our Supporters and Partners

This project is partially supported by a grant from the Evanston Arts Council (a city agency supported by the City of Evanston), the Illinois Arts Council (a state agency), and the National Endowment for the Arts (a Federal agency) as well as the support of several local organizations.

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU.