Mamdani Unveils 12 Murals for NYC's 2026 World Cup
New York City's Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has launched an initiative to create 12 murals as part of a public art project celebrating the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Engaging local artists like Angel Garcia, VASH, and Miki Mu, the program seeks collaboration with community members and young people. Spearheaded by the Groundswell Community Mural Project alongside various city departments, the murals will be installed across neighborhoods, spanning from the Bronx to Staten Island, capturing each community's unique cultural and historical essence. The initiative includes community paint days during the summer, encouraging public participation in the artistic process.
Key facts
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the mural project.
- 12 murals will be commissioned across NYC's five boroughs.
- The project celebrates the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Lead artists include Angel Garcia, VASH, Miki Mu, Yolande Delius, Viktoriya Basina, and Misha T.
- Murals are organized by Groundswell Community Mural Project.
- Partners include NYC Departments of Parks & Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Youth and Community Development.
- Murals will be installed in neighborhoods from the Bronx to Staten Island.
- Community paint days will occur throughout the summer.
Entities
Artists
- Angel Garcia
- VASH
- Miki Mu
- Yolande Delius
- Viktoriya Basina
- Misha T
Institutions
- Groundswell Community Mural Project
- New York City Department of Parks & Recreation
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs
- New York City Department of Youth and Community Development
Locations
- New York City
- Bronx
- Staten Island
Sources
- Artsy —