Downtown mural update

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Lyn Bennet color blocking the background of the 1915 Green Street Dane mural.

Commencing on July 8, Lyn Bennet initiated painting a replica of the 1915 Green Street Dance mural.

The original mural, positioned on 118 E. Tehachapi Blvd., was created in 2004 by Phil Slager. In early spring 2024, the original mural began showing signs of wear, such as cracking and spalling, prompting the need for replacement. To oversee mural protection and creation in Tehachapi, the Tehachapi Valley Arts Association established a dedicated committee called Make Art Tehachapi in May 2024.

This project has garnered support from various businesses, organizations and individuals. BSE Rentals, a locally owned and operated business, stepped up as the primary sponsor, enabling the rental of a scissor lift. The use of the scissor lift allows artists to work more efficiently and safely.

For further details on the murals and their history, visit http://www.tehachapimurals.com/.

For additional information on the mural restoration project, visit http://www.makearttehachapi.com/.