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Mural Creation
Mural Creation
In 2007, the first Hermosa Centennial Mural was unveiled on September 30, 2007. Over the past 18 years the mural faded and was need of an update. After many discussions between the artist and Miller and Koenig, it was determined that the mural would be repainted and updated. Several components were added that had been missed in the firs
In 2007, the first Hermosa Centennial Mural was unveiled on September 30, 2007. Over the past 18 years the mural faded and was need of an update. After many discussions between the artist and Miller and Koenig, it was determined that the mural would be repainted and updated. Several components were added that had been missed in the first version. The new mural reflects of the beautiful history of Hermosa Beach.
Mural Creation
Mural Creation
Mural Creation
Over the past year our mural artist Dawn Whitney-Hall painted in the old Warner Brothers studio offices in San Pedro. Quietly creating each panel one at a time until all ten panels were completed. The panels were then transported to Hermosa Beach and were installed for the January 10, 2026 to be unveiled before city officials, residents, family and friends.
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Mural Creation
Our Team
Our team is made up of talented and passionate volunteers, artists, builders and producers who share a common goal: to make the world a more beautiful and inspiring place by creative creations to share with the world.
We're dedicated to our craft, and strive to bring art and beauty into the world.
Public Art in the South Bay
Centennial Mural
Unveiled on January 10, 2026 the mural is located 22 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach. This vibrant 40-by-8-foot mural celebrates the rich and diverse history of the community, beginning with its earliest inhabitants the Tongva Indians. It traces the evolution of the city through iconic moments and landmarks, including the Red Car, the early beach cottages along the coast, the Biltmore Hotel, Insomniac Café and Bookstore, and the Lighthouse—birthplace of the West Coast jazz movement.
The mural also highlights Hermosa Beach’s cultural legacy as the home of beach volleyball, the surfboard revolution from the 1960s to today, the rise of punk music,the evolution of skateboarding, and the city’s enduring connection to its Sister City, Loreto.
Created using historical photographs and brought to life through the talent of artist Dawn Whitney-Hall, the mural honors the families, businesses, and culture that have shaped this remarkable beach town and will continue to inspire generations to come.
City of Murals Hermosa Beach
With walking distance of this location are ten other beautiful murals depicting serval subjects including history of Jazz, Volleyball and the Surfing Culture.
Go to this website to get a PDF of the mapped location and information on the Hermosa Beach Mural walking tour.
https://www.hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org/mural-walking-tour
Chris Barela Champion surfer and Artist
- Just a short bicycle ride from this location there are several public art pieces created by former Hermosa Beach resident Chris Barela. First, turn around to the west from the mural you just across the strand along the beach will see the Tim Kelly Statue.Barela was responsible to recast and bring this state back after many years in 2005.
- Just a short bicycle ride from this location there are several public art pieces by former Hermosa Beach resident Chris Barela. First if you are to run around to the west from the mural you will see the Tim Kelly Statue.
- To the south along the strand into the King Harbor area over looking the Sea Side Lagoon to the South in Redondo Beach.
- https://www.barelaart.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorCo6-jGCI69Jp-enJwwgyxZ6mH8z5Cil0HP_qdGKDxY8Hdu0-E
- To north along the Manhattan Beach Strand at the Manhattan Beach Pier is the Catalina Paddle board Statue.