Cedar Falls to Unveil New Underpass Mural in October

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Underpass Mural Project Bringing More Color to Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls’ downtown will gain a vibrant new splash of color this fall.

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The Cedar Falls Art & Culture Board and Public Art Committee will dedicate a new mural installation on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.

The installation will be under the Main Street Bridge at East First Street.

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This year’s mural features work by Iowa artists Sara Fitzgerald and Autumn Rozario Hall, chosen through a public Request for Proposal process.

More About the Underpass Mural Project

The Underpass Mural Project brings rotating art to high-traffic areas throughout the city, turning everyday spaces into creative landmarks for residents and visitors alike.

The dedication event is free and open to the public. Attendees can park at the Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown before joining the celebration beneath the bridge.

Since 1999, the Cedar Falls Public Art Committee (CFPAC) has led efforts to enhance the city’s cultural landscape through permanent and temporary art installations.

Supported by community donations and Hotel Motel Tax funding, these projects have become defining features of Cedar Falls’ visual identity.

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Donations to support future public art efforts can be made through the Cedar Falls Community Foundation.

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