The Mobile Arts Council is proud to announce the inaugural MobTown Mural Festival, presented by Downtown Mobile Alliance, a two-day celebration of public art that will bring local artists together to create vibrant new murals. The public is invited to watch live mural paintings on both walls as well as five dimensional 4’x4’ cubes located throughout downtown Mobile on September 12–13, 2026.
As Mobile's first large-scale mural festival, the event will transform walls, public spaces, and unexpected locations into dynamic works of art, creating a lasting visual legacy while showcasing the city's growing creative community. Throughout the weekend, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to watch artists at work, meet muralists, and explore Mobile through a new artistic lens.
The festival will feature a curated roster of artists selected for their creativity, technical skill, and ability to create site-specific works that reflect the culture, history, and spirit of Mobile. In addition to permanent wall murals, the festival will include large movable murals that will be strategically placed through the downtown area.
"MobTown Mural Festival is an exciting milestone for Mobile's arts community," said Angela Montgomery, Executive Director of the Mobile Arts Council. "Public art has the power to bring people together, create a sense of place, and inspire civic pride. This festival will not only beautify our city but also create the opportunity for visitors and residents to experience live art in action."
The festival is part of the Mobile Arts Council's ongoing commitment to expanding public art opportunities and making the arts accessible to all residents.
Additional details, including participating artists, mural locations, and sponsors will be announced in the coming months. Organizations and businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities, wall locations, or volunteer participation are encouraged to contact the Mobile Arts Council.
Thank you to our sponsors: The Downtown Mobile Alliance, The City of Mobile, National Maritime Museum of the Gulf, Mobile County Commission, Plumbers & Pipefitters Union, Hieronymus CPAs, Sybil Smith Foundation, Ben Mary Charitable Trust, 22nd State Bank, Bright Haven Therapy, Michael Smith & Karen Carr, Colin S. Al-Greene - Attorney at Law, Sherwin-Williams, 68 Ventures, and Dr. Kristin Rager.
Featured Artist, Hannah Legg
Hannah Legg is an Alabama Based muralist was born in the UK and raised in the south of the USA with her older brother and younger sister by her amazing parents. Hannah loved art from an early age, and after graduating from Fairhope High School in 2012, decided to pursue a creative career at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA. Hannah swam competitively all four year at SCAD while she pursued her BFA in Illustration, and dabbled in costume and makeup design. After four fantastic years, Hannah graduated in 2016, and began her internship with
Gifted Creative Group. After moving back to Alabama, Hannah worked as a freelance graphic designer, an in house designer at a boutique marketing company
JAM Group Studio, an in house illustrator at a wedding invitation studio
Soiree Signatures, and most recently, started her own business as a muralist. Hannah now lives in Silverhill with her amazing partner Jesse, their three cats, and their guinea pig, Mia.
Muralist
Portable Murals
There will be 5 portable murals. These murals will be created on 4 marine grade panels that will be put together after the event so that artists will have more room to work. Each muralist selected will have (2) 4x4 ft panels to paint during the festival that will be paired with another artist's panels. During the festival, the portables will be spread across Cooper Riverside Park located on Water Street. These collaborative portable murals will live in an outdoor park space agreed upon by the City of Mobile.
Artists
Apollo
Jenyes
Rachel Schwemin
Brian Tan
David Rojas Pacheco
Greg Crimmins
Christy LeGros and Barton Academy students
Wall Murals
There will be up to 3 permanent murals created during the festival in the downtown Mobile area. These mural areas will be selected according to our applicants and sponsors.
Artists and Wall Locations
National Maritime Museum of the Gulf
155 South Water Street
Artist, Gary Brady
Cedar Street Social Club
4 North Cedar Street
Featured Artist, Hannah Legg
Innovation Portal
358 St. Louis Street
Artist, JD Swiger
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact Angela Montgomery at amontgomery@mobilearts.org.
Volunteer with MAC
Interested in being a volunteer during Mural Fest? Sign up below.
Email Jessica Jones at jjones@mobilearts.org with any questions or concerns.
