Mural

HOW THIS HAPPENED:

It started as a conversation between two businesses who were concerned about tagging and vandalism on the wall on SW 78th Avenue and the stairs that give pedestrian access from SW 78th Avenue to the shopping area on SW 77th Avenue in Raleigh Hills. In researching anti-graffiti covering options the idea for a Mural Project was born.

Raleigh Hills: Past, Present and Future

Raleigh Hills Business Association would partner with Raleigh Hills Fred Meyer and Courtyard Village Raleigh Hills to spearhead this project. Because the wall that backs the retail shops on SW 78th Avenue was approx. 5000 sq feet. It was decided that the project would be divided into two phases. And Phase 1 would focus on the Past and be implemented on the Stairs that provide pedestrian access.

We applied for and were awarded a District infrastructure grant from Venture Portland/Prosper Portland that gave us the basic finances to start. There was also a match of funds from Raleigh Hills Business Association. The project was delayed from starting on its original timeline until this spring. But it is in process now and it is fulfilling our goal of creating legacy artwork that tells the story of the land and the first people who were here before us.

We also received a Foundation Award from Explore Tualatin Valley that will cover additional artist expenses and promotional materials.

Kudos muralist Stacy Lynn Smith https://www.stacylynnsmith.com/

"Raleigh Hills Mural"

2024-25

Spring is here and Muralist, Stacy Lynn Smith is moving forward and the project is coming together nicely.

2024-25 RHBA Mural Project Phase I

RHBA has received 2 grants

1st grant from Venture Portland/Prosper Portland
and the 2nd grant from Explore Tualatin Valley

RHBA is partnering with Courtyard Village at Raleigh Hills and Fred Meyer/Kroger