A core part of WaterMarks is working with local artists to create engaging projects that promote sustainability through the arts.
A: UCC Acosta
Melanie Ariens - 9 Pillars Mural
Ariens worked with Acosta Middle School students to design and paint murals at Walker’s point, across the street from the ‘A’ WaterMarker. Each mural depicts students from the school and images that depicts Milwaukee’s water history. In the murals, speech bubbles share local water facts with people who pass by. As a part of the design process students participated on WALKS and WORKSHOPS.
Ñ: Kinnickinnic River
Gabriela Riveros - Art Panels
Public art panels featuring water deities by Riveros were installed in 2018 between 13th and 16th streets north of the Kinnickinnic River. Each panel shows water deities drawn from the mythic traditions of an ethnic or cultural group who came to live here in the KK River neighborhood! Explore the walking path to discover their myths and stories.
Mollie Oblinger - Bird Houses
Colorful bird and bat houses designed by Oblinger were installed in 2019 between 13th and 16th streets north of the Kinnickinnic River. Explore the walking path to observe wildlife in our city.
