Waypoint Teen Drop-in Center
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) is pleased to announce the completion of a vibrant mural featuring a colorful, graphic mountainscape. The mural is located on the backside of the Waypoint Center, on Wallace Street, in downtown Rochester. According to RMFA co-founder Matt Wyatt, project planning began in May 2023. However, the design, created…
Downtown Murals & Obelisk
In late 2021, the Commission for Arts & Culture of the City of Rochester embarked on a bold project to apply stunning works of art onto several downtown municipal buildings. By collaborating with a diverse group of talented New Hampshire artists to commission new art, they created a Public Art Walk that incorporates existing murals…
Bianca Mireles
In 2020, the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts enlisted the talents of Bianca Mireles, a skilled artist based in the seacoast area, to create a large-scale mural in the Recreation Department at the Rochester Community Center. Mireles’ impressive portfolio includes exhibitions across various cities in the US, including Los Angeles, CA, Birmingham, AL, and Big…
Downtown Barriers
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) has partnered with the City of Rochester’s Economic Development Department to commission a vibrant new art project. Volunteers from the RMFA have transformed the city’s temporary outdoor dining areas on North Main Street with a stunning display of painted jersey barriers. Conceived by artist Mike Durkee, the design…
Durkish Delights
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) has announced the commission of a large mural by graphic and mural artist, Mike Durkee. The mural is located in the main entrance of the Rochester Community Center and features a diverse group of people centered around the theme of community. Durkee, who resides and works out of…
Josh Dannin
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce the installation of a new vinyl mural at The Ridge Marketplace, located between Moo-yah Burgers and 110 Grill. The mural was designed by artist and printmaker Josh Dannin and was commissioned by the museum in 2020. Dannin’s work primarily focuses on the intersection between modern…
Nathan Walker
In late 2019, the museum commissioned artist Nathan Walker to create a large metal sculpture made entirely of recycled metal. The sculpture, a nearly 8ft tall Katydid, now stands prominently near the main entrance of the Recreation Department. According to Michael Scala, City of Rochester, “We recognize that art not only adds to the quality…
Bianca Mireles
In 2019, Bianca Mireles was commissioned by Bernier Insurance to create a vibrant mural on the former Charter Trust building, with the project being fully supported by the financial sponsor of the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA). Speaking on the initiative, Troy Dillow, of Bernier Insurance, said, “We have been eager to support a…
Adam Pearson
In 2019, the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts enlisted the talents of sculptor and craftsman Adam Pearson to install three imposing metal sculptures along Columbus Ave./Rt. 125. These striking sculptures are now prominently displayed along a paved walking trail that leads to the Rochester Common, providing a delightful blend of art and nature for visitors…
James Chase
In 2017, the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts enlisted the expertise of James Chase to embellish boarded windows and alley separators in Factory Court, Wyandotte Alley, and North Main Street. The project was made possible through the generous support of the Department of Economic Development and Rochester Main Street. Karen Pollard, the Economic Development Manager,…