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An Ode to Africa in the Americas Mural

An Ode to Africa in the Americas

The outdoor mural, titled "An Ode to Africa in the Americas," is a collaborative project of two dozen Black and Brown artists from the Roxbury community, led by Boston-based master muralist and mural director Roberto Chao, in a unique partnership with Roxbury Community College. It celebrates Africa’s rich history and culture as they have influenced and manifested on the American continent.

The mural crew’s collective vision honors and illustrates the past and present of Africa’s presence in the Americas in all its richness, complexity, devastation, resilience, pain, joy, beauty, creativity, and brilliance. 

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Located along the walkway between Buildings 3 and 4, the brightly colored 9’ x 85 mural is also visible from Columbus Avenue. From a distance, the vivid forms and colors invite viewers to come closer. Up close, visitors will appreciate its complex wealth of imagery and history. The 85-foot-long mural features themes of liberation and resistance, the African origins of life, celebration, and nature and foodways, illustrating the historic and ongoing impact of Africa throughout the Americas.

The outdoor mural, titled "An Ode to Africa in the Americas," is a collaborative project of two dozen Black and Brown artists from the Roxbury community, led by Boston-based master muralist and mural director Roberto Chao, in a unique partnership with Roxbury Community College. It celebrates Africa’s rich history and culture as they have influenced and manifested on the American continent.

The mural crew’s collective vision honors and illustrates the past and present of Africa’s presence in the Americas in all its richness, complexity, devastation, resilience, pain, joy, beauty, creativity, and brilliance. 


Explore the Mural

Curious about the carnival dancer? Or the Adinkra symbols? Explore the key elements and overarching themes by clicking on the four color section links of the mural below or scroll down to learn more.

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Brown Section: Liberation


Blue Section: Origins


Orange Section: Celebration


Green Section: Mother Nature


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