Poudre River Mural Project

What does the river know?

About the Project

The Poudre River Mural project connects communities within the lower watershed to the Poudre River through a collaborative art project, helping to illustrate how the river plays an important role in the lives of Northern Colorado residents.

The mural, completed by 8th grade students at Chappelow Arts Magnet School in Evans, CO, in collaboration with local artist Armando Silva, Greeley-Evans School District 6, and Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed (CPRW), melded science and art to create a piece of art that will be enjoyed by the community for years to come.

Over the summer and fall of 2023, students from Mrs. Myers’ 8th grade art class worked with Armando to design and paint this 8x10’ mural that will be displayed at Chappelow for years to come. The design process started with several in-class workshops and a field trip to the Poudre Learning Center. Following this hands-on and interactive trip to the Poudre River, students continued working with Armando to design and paint a mural that represents their connection to the river and their community.

Thank you to the Coalition for the Poudre River Watershed, Armando Silva, the Poudre Heritage Alliance, Greeley-Evans School District 6, and the Poudre Learning Center for supporting this project.

“Murals are powerful. They can positively transform public spaces, act as catalysts for new ideas, and even play a role in shifting individual and community perceptions.”
– Colors of Connection