Waynesville mural project ends with community paint day
The new mural will offer viewers a look back in time at Waynesville’s history.
Greg Boothroyd photo
The Waynesville Public Art Commission announced that the Historic Main Street Mural project is underway. The new mural will grace the side of High Country Style at 121 North Main St.
The WPAC worked alongside the muralist-Max Dowdle, local historian, Alex McKay, local artist, Teresa Pennington, the property owner, Doug Worrell, and held a public input session to inspire a mural that feels like a walk through Waynesville’s history.
The mural will feature historical snapshots of local people and places on and around Waynesville’s Main Street, including the original arch constructed by Oscar Briggs in the 1930s.
The community is invited to participate directly in the project during a community paint day from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 18. The first 50 participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt that commemorates the new mural. After the community paint event, attendees can continue the celebration by enjoying the Appalachian Heritage Festival, taking place in downtown Waynesville and showcasing the region’s rich culture, music and traditions.
