A group of local middle schoolers in the TCP Youth Empowerment program partnered with artist Charley Frances to create a custom mural design for the basketball court within Hammond’s Park.

After surveying 175 Brooklyn Park, MD residents, they created a design that was informed from community feedback— and then voted on by the public prior to installation.

Location: Brooklyn Park, MD (Just of outside Baltimore) in Hammond’s Park

Date: May 2022

Partners: Greater Baybrook Alliance & TCP Youth Empowerment

Top 5 Words People Chose to Describe Their Neighbors: Unique, Hardworking, Bold, Creative, Strong

Most proud of: How welcoming and connected the neighborhood is as a whole

Colors that feel the most like home: Royal & Gem Hues

MURAL DESIGN GOALS:

Color & Line: Focus on color and line to create a mood and a feeling (as the community expressed not wanting to focus on portraits, history, politics, or football within the design)

Function: Make sure the court lines are easy to see & the design doesn’t interfere with the game

Community Themes: Unity & connection within the neighborhood

Individual Themes: Bold, strong & unique personalities