Driven by community engagement, there’s a new plan to slow traffic and make Salem Turnpike a safer and more colorful street to walk and drive in Northwest Roanoke. And guess what?! You can be part of this historic project, the likes of which our community has not before seen.
Able to help?
Join us for our installation day on Saturday, May 4th!
MURAL PAINTING – May 4
(details below)
We’ve got slots for only 48 volunteers and more than 30 have been spoken for, so don’t wait.
Registered volunteers will paint during one of two 3.5 hour slots: 9AM-12:30 PM or 12:30-4 PM. #lansdownestreetmural
OUR “GETTING READY” GALLERY!
Able to help?
Join us for our installation day on Saturday, May 4th!
Watch lead artist Simone Paterson describe the project below
View the presentation PDF.
Project Partners
Carilion Clinic – Community Health and Outreach
City of Roanoke Transportation
EnVision Center – Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority
Equitable Cities
Roanoke Arts Commission
Roanoke City & Alleghany Health Districts
Ride Solutions – Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission
Virginia Walkability Action Institute