Safe Streets for All Commercial Street Demonstration Project - Dana Street Plaza Asphalt Art
Description
A temporary street mural proposal covering about 1,200 square feet of asphalt at Dana Street Plaza, designed by Wabanaki artist Marissa Joly with two concept designs (local fish or an Indigenous-inspired lobster motif). It's part of a federally funded pedestrian safety demonstration running mid-July through mid-November 2026.
Impact summary
Adds color and cultural art to the Old Port waterfront while supporting pedestrian safety, with a community paint day bringing roughly 30 volunteers together.
Applicant
- Name
- Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG)
- Address
- Commercial Street at Dana Street, Portland, ME
At a glance
- Hearings
- 1
- Public comments
- 0
- Total mentions
- 1
Last vote · Public Art Committee
Last discussed Jul 23, 2026.
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