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Women Activists in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Black Baseball League
Commitment to Community
The Beverly Sisters
Women Activists in Grand Rapids
Kevin Wolfrom
LOCATION: 44 Ionia
CONCEPT: Women Activists in Grand Rapids
About Our Historic Concept: Throughout history, many accomplishments have been made in society. A lot of those accomplishments have been highlighted and praised, but the accomplishments made by women are often overshadowed. Society wouldn’t be the way it is today without powerful and courageous women who chose to stand up to the men in power. In the late 1800’s and early1900’s, women let it be known that they also had a voice. Illustrated in the mural are suffragette Mary Roberts Tate, voting rights activist Clara Comstock Russell, author Constance Rourke, YWCA President and Civil Rights advocate Helen Claytor, education reformer Phyllis Scott, and Indigenous activist Jennette St Clair.
About Our Artist: Originally from Lansing, MI, Kevin is a fine artist and muralist based out of Grand Rapids, MI. Kevin’s work is heavily influenced by natural elements of the world, outer space, and the human figure. Using outer space as inspiration allows Kevin to explore the realm of color and its vibrancy. Merging the cosmic with the human form allows a new visual to emerge in hopes of inspiring others to create whatever they please.
Grand Rapids Black Baseball League
George Eberhardt
LOCATION: 106 S Division
CONCEPT: Grand Rapids Black Baseball League
About Our Historic Concept: The theme for this mural is a result of partnering with local Historian George Bayard.The concept is based on Black leadership, activism, pioneers and people that challenged the status quo. Our research lead us to the Grand Rapids Negro baseball league teams. The GR BlackSox and Cooks Brown Dolls. The men and women that played for these teams were often leaders in their communities and seen as local heroes. One of the figures featured in the mural is local baseball player and beloved community member Earlene Harper Mathis. The mural also features Ted Rasberry and Jessy Elster, two local baseball legends that have achieved many things within the world of baseball and business, making them black pioneers and heroes of their time and beyond.
About Our Artist: My name is George Eberhardt III. I am a mural artist with a background in project management, event planning and human-centered design. For the last ten years I have been dedicated to creating artwork in public spaces: specifically, mural installations for the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan in a variety of ways. Most of my large-scale mural projects are the result of partnering with community organizations, nonprofits, neighborhood associations, the City of Grand Rapids and public schools.
Commitment to Community
E’lla Webber
LOCATION: 101 Sheldon Blvd
CONCEPT: Commitment to Community
About Our Historic Theme: Highlighting the many community leaders who have been influential in creating and advocating for affordable housing in Grand Rapids. Persons featured in the mural include historically influential community members who served to expand affordable housing access, including board member and residents in Heartside OR who have served on the Dwelling Place board. We honor Tommy Wallace, Margert Sellers Walker and Alfonso Carr for their dedication and advocacy to creating housing opportunity in Heartside. Brightly colored abstracted shapes and the Calder sculpture Le Grande Vitesse create an eye catching backdrop behind our featured community members.
About Our Artist: E’lla Aimee Webber was born in Grand Rapids, MI as E’lla Aimee Luster. A world renowned black female artist, remarkable spirit, vibrant personality, painter, muralist and sculptor of renowned skill, E’lla’s work has been sought after by top celebrities while also impressing at events such as ArtPrize, Harlem Fine Arts Show, and others across America. Through her art, E’lla wants to purposely leave a spiritual impression to show others how art is a God given talent and her gift, prayers and answers come strictly from Lord who leads her.
The Beverly Sisters
Jamari Taylor
LOCATION: 106 S Division
CONCEPT: The Beverly Sisters
About Our Historic Concept: This mural is dedicated to the Beverly sisters, Hattie and Ethel Beverly. They both engaged in the Grand Rapids community by uplifting and creating spaces that accepted African Americans. The symbolism used in this mural is to bring out their empowerment throughout portraiture and nature. The portraits show their character and strength.The florals symbolizing honor, unity, and compassion. The mysterious cursive writing symbolizes both of their roles as leaders in the education system and other organizations.
About Our Artist: Using Charcoal, Acrylics, and Oils, Jamari Taylor creates images that portray a person’s character, power, and strength. She also uses art symbolism as a way to connect with one’s inner-soul, desire of high spirits, and a peace of mind through portraiture and nature. Jamari also uses art symbolism to uplift and get others inspired through an artist’s vision.
