Neighborhood Display Tells a Story of Unity

 

Design installed in 2025

Thank you for clicking on the sign and getting details on the art displays near Owen Park in Republic, Missouri. 

The art displayed is known as a "barn quilt" and artists follow various patterns that require the squares to be measured out much like a quilt. The art is acrylic paint on wood that was first painted with primer. Once the quilt painting is done, the board is sealed with Varathane Ultimate Water-Based Spar Urethane Crystal Clear Satin. The edges were sealed with caulking. 

This current display was installed in the Spring of 2025 as part of Show-Me Neighborhood Art Week. It features barn quilts with the pinwheel pattern in a variety of colors. The middle section changes with the seasons.

The variety of styles and colors tell the story of a neighborhood comprised of very different people joined in a bond over the love of art and their nearby park.

The art has been attached to cedar picket fence panels that harken back to the old idea of yards with picket fences. It is a visual representation of a neighborhood.

So visually, we see with this project that every person is uniquely created but we are joined together in a neighborhood. We are stronger when working together and I would say prettier too!

It is also a reminder that our neighbors have gifts and and abilities, along with both needs and weaknesses. Characteristics that motivate our respect and our compassion.

Past displays have had other themes. The one in 2022-2023 had over 20 neighbors participate and sign individual spin art creations. You can read about that display here.

The design from 2024 is show below.

If you have questions contact the artist, David Burton, by email at burtond@missouri.edu or by text at 417-848-3442.


Design installed in 2024 painted by various neighbors.

Design installed in 2024 painted by various neighbors.


MORE INFORMATION

Are you interested in taking the Engaged Neighbor pledge? The pledge outlines five categories and 20 principles to guide you toward becoming an engaged neighbor. Sign the pledge online at http://engagedneighbor.com. Individuals who take the pledge do get special privilides and get invited to future events online and in person. Contact the blog author, David L. Burton at dburton541@yahoo.com.

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