City unveils two murals at South London Community Centre and South London Community Pool

Today, the City of London, in partnership with the London Arts Council, London Music Office, and the Rotary Club of London, celebrated the unveiling of two murals at the South London Community Centre and South London Community Pool. Created through the City of London’s Public Art and Monument Program, these murals are part of the Songlines at Community Centres Project.

The mural Joy, by Maisa Mreiwed, created through the Songlines Project, is located in the windows above the front entrance of the South London Community Centre. The piece represents unity, enlightenment, and harmony, reflecting the Centre’s integral role in bringing the community together through diverse activities for all ages.

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The mural Colourful Communities by Aruba Mahmud was also created through the Songlines Project, and depicts coral reefs, reflective of the vibrant and diverse community in London. The Colourful Communities pieces can be found in the circular windows surrounding the pool deck at the South London Community Pool.

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“The City of London is proud to support and showcase the incredible talent of our local artists,” says Mayor Josh Morgan. “These murals reflect powerful themes of unity, belonging, and the strength found in community. Through vibrant imagery and thoughtful storytelling, they celebrate the diversity of our city and the many ways art brings people together. It’s an honour to see these pieces become part of London’s growing public art collection.”

For artists interested in participating in the Public Art and Monument Program, visit londonarts.ca/opportunities to check for Calls to Artists. 

Public Art and Monument Program

The City of London’s Public Art and Monument Program facilitates the creation of public art in London, which bolsters civic pride, provides focal points for community celebration, creates meaningful employment for artists and attracts tourism and investment.

Songlines at Community Centres Project

The Songlines at Community Centres Project is dedicated to making a positive impact by encouraging the growth of London’s visual artists and musical talent and promoting London’s designation as Canada’s first UNESCO City of Music. This initiative, supported by Rotary Club of London, includes showcasing artwork pieces by local artists that are also then connected to a Songlines QR Code. This code links to the London Music Office’s Spotify channel, comprised of songs by local musicians.

UNESCO City of Music Designation

On November 8, 2021, the City of London was recognized as Canada’s first UNESCO City of Music, joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). UCCN strives to promote cooperation with and among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development. To learn more about this designation, please visit https://www.londoncityofmusic.ca

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