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Erkfitz's mural in progress

Photo Credit: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/johne777/3923583631/in/pool-therapidian">Johne777</a> on Flickr

Erkfitz's mural in progress

Division Mural Saved by Neighborhood Support

A motion was unanimously passed Nov 4th that will allow the wall and mural at 217 South Division to remain in place temporarily.  Although the Grand Rapids Historic Preservation Committee was clear that the boarding up of a historical building was not something they would ordinarily consider allowing, there were many mitigating circumstances that prompted the exception.  

Mural located at 217 S. Division

Mural located at 217 S. Division

Community Called to Action: Rally Around Artist's Creative Solution for Loitering.

Historic Preservation Committee has asked Kevin Haviland (building owner) and Erwin Erkfitz (neighbor and artist) to remove an Artprize mural from the front of 217 S. Division.

Photo Credit: Jennifer Proctor

ArtPrize in Pre-production Around Grand Rapids: A photo essay

ArtPrize, the biggest art venue to hit Grand Rapids, is just around the corner. Hundreds of artists from all around the world are traveling to Michigan for two weeks for a chance to win $250,000.

Only a week away, many artists are scrambling to put together their installation. Here is a photographic peek at what's going on.