Pershing Mural: Capstone Phase
We’re almost there – your donation helps complete the project.
Picasso on the Prairie
Ready for Tile Installation
The Capstone Phase (Next)
Exciting news: Funds for building the wall and installing the tiles (763,000) are secured! Lincoln’s Tilt-Up Concrete Company recently completed construction of the wall in the historic Wyuka Cemetery and Park, and tile installation will begin in early fall.
We need your help to cross the finish line for the final phase of the project – the CAPSTONE Phase, a community connection component to enhance the mural site for visitors and the local community. We need to raise $300,000 to achieve the beautiful rendition of the Pershing Mural shown above. Read more about it below.
Landscaping is vital to attracting attention to the Pershing Mural. It shapes the overall visual of the site and provides protective features to prevent climbing and vandalism. The Pershing Mural committee has engaged the UNL Landscape Architecture Program to have students create landscape design proposals for the area around the Mural.
The back of the 48’ X 140’ wall provides a fabulous opportunity for unique artwork that tells the story of Mural. The UNL Architecture program will develop design proposals for the back of the Pershing Mural, integrating the new landscape and architectural installation for a public art exhibit. Ideas include a sequential narrative of the story of the Pershing Mural or an outdoor gallery for local artists to express interpretations. Ultimately, the back of the Mural wall will provide place for contemplation of art.
The Committee committed to the historic preservation of the Pershing Mural reflects a kind of “grit” that defines the culture of Nebraska communities. In our State, we have a commitment to things that are out of the “ordinary,” in conditions that are often uncomfortable and on an impressive scale. That spirit and commitment are reflected in the Pershing Mural and is what makes Nebraska and Nebraskans “different.” Together we do big, difficult things in this State for the benefit of friends and family we have yet to meet. That’s who we are. That’s what the Mural says.
Support the Project in its Final Stage
Tax deductible donations can be made online to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (the Project’s fiscal sponsor) or by sending a check to the NSHSF (noting “Pershing Mural” on the memo line) to 1201 Lincoln Mall, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE 68508
For More information:
- Liz Shea-McCoy, Chair, Pershing Mural Historic Preservation Committee
- (402) 430-5923 lizwshea@gmail.com
Visit the Pershing Mural tactile model at the Nebraska History Museum
Touch and learn about the Pershing Mural. The tactile model is an educational tool and prime opportunity to support the blind and low vision population. Created by John Olson, co-founder of 3 D Photoworks, the model provides touch sensitive information about the mural and short dialogues describing the mural’s many figures.
Pershing Mural Curriculum: Learning From the Past, Understanding the Present, and Discovering the Future
Visit our curriculum page to explore a wide variety of lesson plans for intermediate and high school teachers inspired by the Pershing Mural project, spanning literature, history, art and more!
