The 2nd Annual Beaumont Mural Festival is not done yet! After a successful weekend of art, food, fun, and music the festival has been extended to one additional mural and event. Join Pour09 Bar and Rooftop and Beaumont Mural Festival creators at Pee Wee Motors on Saturday, March 25, from 3-9 p.m. for live music, food, mural time-lapse video, and more at 6520 College St. in Beaumont.
Artist Drew Merritt based out of Los Angeles, California, has taken the task of completing one of the three largest murals in the state coming in at roughly 10,000 square feet located at 1600 Cedar St. His project “Genesis,” pays homage to the biblical text of Genesis 1:1 and 1:2 as well as the ancient creation stories from around the world. Estimated to take roughly three weeks to complete, Merritt is working around the clock to finish his masterpiece. Along with Merritt, artist Dominic Nieri is assisting with the project.
“We are so thankful to have Drew here to complete the last mural for the 2nd Annual Beaumont Mural Festival, said Beaumont CVB Director of Marketing, Christina Lokey. “This festival produced over 20 murals and projects that the community and visitors can enjoy. Drew’s mural, “Genesis,” is going to be the cherry on top for an awe-inspiring festival.”
The event is free to attend from 3-4:30 p.m. and will have a cover of $10 from 4:30-9 p.m. Entertainment includes Kumbion Zelecta, Branda Reelecta, and Tri-City DJs featuring DJ Akinbadd and food vendors, Taqueria y Antojeria Ohana and The Taste of Texas Tex-Mex BBQ.