Route 66 in the News
Mural Project Completed
2007-10-09 19:30:47
CUBA, Mo. - A beautification organization, Viva Cuba, founded in 1984, just completed its goal of 12 outdoor murals along historic Route 66 by 2007, Cuba's 150th anniversary.
The project began in 2001 when Peoples Bank commissioned the first mural to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the bank. Viva Cuba then adopted the mural project, which was completed in 2007 although mural maintenance is ongoing.
The murals, located along historic Route 66, involve events from Cuba's and the nation's history. Each spring fourth graders study Cuba's history and heritage by touring the murals and using educational materials provided by Viva Cuba. High school students also tour the murals.
The Missouri House and Senate proclaimed Cuba "Route 66 Mural City." This Viva Cuba project is part of a citywide effort to revitalize the original business district and to make the community attractive to tourists and people thinking of settling in the community. Viva Cuba is a state designated nonprofit organization.
Plaques detailing the events in the murals are placed by each mural. The plaques, donated by Peoples Bank, also list major donors for each mural.
~From the Viva Cuba Mural Project website (thanks to Jane Red)
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