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Wall of Hope Boston

Wall of Hope Boston

Closed — 350 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 13 years, 6 months ago
The Wall of Hope Boston project was created to raise awareness of community while also paying homage to the victims and heroes of the tragic events that occurred during this year's running of the Boston Marathon. Thousands of dollars in funds and equipment have been donated through local businesses and ordinary citizens who want to make a difference in our city. Team Rekloos, a local group of muralists and visual artists, have already begun production on this massive and beautifully stylized work of art. Sadly after two days of full on production they have hit a bump in the road in the form of equipment permits to operate in the city. This wall sends a powerful message we believe our city is in desperate need of. We hope that the people participating in this petition can show the community that this is a good thing for the fine city of Boston and for all who live, love, and flourish in her streets. More information about this project can be seen at www.bartlettevents.org and merkthose.com thank you for taking the time to listen to our plea and please get involved as well as spread awareness on this turn of events. -MerkThose

Updates

Reached 250 supporters

April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

The volume of support for this project has reached a point where city officials have agreed to a meeting regarding our outstanding permit issues. I am currently preparing the formal briefing documents to demonstrate the community backing behind this mural. Expect further updates once we conclude the discussion with the zoning department tomorrow.

Reached 100 supporters

April 26, 2013

6 Comments

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Lisa Perry
13 years ago Featured

It was helping everyone heal. So sad to see it stalled like this over some paperwork.

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Mike Mills
13 years ago Featured

Ridiculous that they are stopping this. Boston needs this mural more than ever right now. Let the artists finish their work.

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Sarah Preston
13 years ago Featured

This is so beautiful. Seeing the progress on the wall has been really healing for all of us. Why put up red tape now?

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Kevin Marquez
13 years ago Featured

BOSTON STRONG! let em paint! sick of all these permits getting in the way of real community spirit

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Dave Kennedy
13 years ago Featured

Just let them finish it. We all want to see it.

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Jessica Edwards
13 years ago Featured

Seriously? The city has bigger problems than a mural meant for the victims. Get it together and let them work.