Whether you're a native like myself or not, it's no surprise that Nashville is home to a massive selection of unique works of art- as if being the music-making capital of the country wasn't enough! By taking the time to venture about the city's streets, you're bound to come across at least one of the infamous murals on the sides of various buildings around town. While you can't go wrong with the classic "I Believe in Nashville" picture, you'll find that there are dozens of other unique (and equally as beautiful) hidden gems across town. Welcome to your very own guide to some of my personal favorites, complete with addresses of the murals, the artists (those that I could manage to find), and a few fun facts about each of them! Enjoy!
Hillsboro Village Mural
Location: 1602 21st Avenue South (on the side of Kay Bob's Grille and Ale)
Artist: Unknown
Fun Fact: This mural is located in the heart of one of Nashville's most prime shopping/eating areas, 21st Avenue.
The Pharmacy Mural
Location: 731 McFerrin Avenue (The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden)
Fun Fact: The Pharmacy is home to arguably some of the most delicious hamburgers in Nashville. Stop by for a burger, a milkshake (and of course a good photo-op)!
Import Flowers Mural
Location: 3636 Murphy Road (Import Flowers in Sylvan Park)
Artist: Mark Palen
Fun Fact: There is a hidden message somewhere in this mural!
Good Food for Good People Mural
Location: 4611 Alabama Avenue (Good Food for Good People)
Artist: Unknown
Fun Fact: There is another smaller mural on a different side of this building!
Dragon Mural
Location: 1212 Belcourt Avenue (in between Posh and Pangea)
Artists: David Glick and Adam Rudolph
Fun Fact: The artists who created this mural also received some help in painting it from students at Eakin Elementary School! It was completed in over three years in 1995.
Wall of Cash Mural
Location: 300 4th Avenue South (Downtown Nashville)
Artist: Thoughts Manifested Crew
Fun Fact: The Wall of Cash is over 12 feet tall and 150 feet wide and was made in honor of the 10th anniversary of Johnny Cash's death.
Thistle Farms Mural
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Location: 5122 Charlotte Avenue (Thistle Farms)
Artist: Unknown
Fun Fact: Thistle Farms is an organization that sells body/home products made by female survivors of trafficking, addiction, and prostitution.
Location: on the side of Mitchell Deli
Artist: Adrien Saporiti (DCXV Industries)
Fun Fact: The name of Saporiti's company is DCXV Industries, which is based in Nashville. DCXV is 615 (Nashville's area code) in Roman numerals!
"Stay Tuned" Mural
Location: 615 Main Street (Center 615)
Artist: Adrien Saporiti (DCXV Industries)
Fun Fact: Adrien Saporiti is also the artist of the notorious "I Believe in Nashville" mural.
Rolf and Daughters Mural
Location: 700 Taylor Street
Artist: Shantell Martin
Fun Fact: The artist, Shantell Martin, created this mural as a favor for a friend.
