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Information on the Hermosa Centennial Mural
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.
The Website
Over the next few months the mural website will continue to grow and expand. Eventually highlighting all the 118 elements painted into the new mural in celebration of the city of Hermosa Beach's 188 years of incorporation.
Photo at right, the Hermosa Beach Lifeguards stand on the steps of the gateway to Hermosa Beach.
Our Process
Working from first hand accounts , interviews and research we intend on highlighting as many aspects of this beautiful town and will work diligently to bring our history alive for all of you.
Left, Mayor of Hermosa Beach the Olympic delegation from India during the 1932 Olympics to attend a dinner at the Hermosa Biltmore Hotel hosted by Mayor Logan Cotton.