Brighten up your weekend walks with a tour of the city's most striking artistic mural designs.
Date Updated: June 14, 2023
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If you’re looking for some creative inspiration, look no further than the streets of Nashville. With the rise of Nashville as a global city and technologies like Instagram allowing people to share images of cool things, Nashville’s mural scene has completely exploded. Music City can get expensive, but going on a self-guided art tour is absolutely free and you’ll easily discover something new each time. A good thing about these murals is that if you find one, you’ll be just around the corner from another. Check out the artists that see Nashville as a canvas and express the history, concerns and aspirations of this community through their work via murals and street art.
Places displayed in geographic order from east to west
- 1. Young Warlords
- 2. “What Lifts You” - Hot-Air Baloon
- 3. Dolly
- 4. Greetings from the Athens of the South
- 5. Go Slay All the Dragons
- 6. Country Music Legends
- 7. Municipal Auditrorium Tickets
- 8. As Long As the Grass Shall Grow
- 9. The Only Way To Go Is Up
- 10. Revive
- 11. Rone
- 12. One Day I Will Rescue Your Brother Too
- 13. Harmony
- 14. The Kind Mural
- 15. For the Gram
- 16. Candy Hearts
- 17. “What Lifts You” - Wings
- 18. Untitled
- 19. Love Y'all
- 20. Zanies “Comedy Legends”
- 21. Nashville Look's Good On You
- 22. Just a Few Gents
- 23. I Believe in Nashville
- 24. 12 South Flowers
- 25. Make Music Not War
- 26. Looking Pretty, Music City
- 27. Hillsboro Village
- 28. Molly Green
- 29. Hillsboro Village Dragon
- 30. Drippy Lips
- 31. Hieroglyphics on West End
- 32. Off The Wall
- 33. Wish for Peace
- 34. Kobe and Gianna Bryant
- 35. Silo
1. Young WarlordsNeighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1106 Gallatin Pike (Capital City Computers)Artist: Brian DeeseYear Created: 2017
This eye-catching mural features iconic images of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. The mural was commissioned when Capital City Computers, a locally-owned computer shop, moved to East Nashville in 2017. Come here to get your computer fixed and check out some great art!
Neighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1106 Gallatin Pike (Capital City Computers)Artist: Brian DeeseYear Created: 2017
This eye-catching mural features iconic images of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. The mural was commissioned when Capital City Computers, a locally-owned computer shop, moved to East Nashville in 2017. Come here to get your computer fixed and check out some great art!
2. "What Lifts You" - Hot-Air BaloonNeighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1034 W Eastland Ave. (Side of the Cleo)Artist: Kelsey MontagueYear Created: 2018
This is well-known muralist Kelsey Montague’s tallest mural at over 60 feet tall. It’s her second “What Lift’s You” mural in Nashville after the iconic “What Lift’s You” wings in the Gulch, featured later in this article.
Neighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1034 W Eastland Ave. (Side of the Cleo)Artist: Kelsey MontagueYear Created: 2018
This is well-known muralist Kelsey Montague’s tallest mural at over 60 feet tall. It’s her second “What Lift’s You” mural in Nashville after the iconic “What Lift’s You” wings in the Gulch, featured later in this article.
3. DollyNeighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1006 Forrest Ave. (In front of The Hip Zipper)Artist: Kim Radford
Just as artist Kim Radford was finishing the mural, Dolly was quoted as saying “I understand people having to make themselves known and felt and seen, and of course Black lives matter. Do we think ourlittle white a----are the only ones that matter? No!”. This inspired Radford to incorporate the BLM movement into the mural.
Neighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1006 Forrest Ave. (In front of The Hip Zipper)Artist: Kim Radford
Just as artist Kim Radford was finishing the mural, Dolly was quoted as saying “I understand people having to make themselves known and felt and seen, and of course Black lives matter. Do we think ourlittle white a----are the only ones that matter? No!”. This inspired Radford to incorporate the BLM movement into the mural.
4. Greetings from the Athens of the SouthNeighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 704 Main Street (Greko Street Food)Artist: Mobe OnerYear Created: 2018
Nashville has long been nicknamed “The Athens of the South”. This mural features many Nashville institutions framed in the Athens letters of the mural. The “A” features the symbols for sports teams the Nashville Sounds, Predators and Tennessee Titans. The “T” features Greko Greek Street Food, a great local restaurant who commissioned the mural. The “H” features the Parthenon at Centennial Park. The “E” features the iconic signs of The Stage and Jacks BBQ on Broadway. The “N” features the Nashville Skyline at sunset. The “S” features the “Musica” sculpture by Nashville artist Alan LeQuire at the Music Row roundabout in Midtown.
Neighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 704 Main Street (Greko Street Food)Artist: Mobe OnerYear Created: 2018
Nashville has long been nicknamed “The Athens of the South”. This mural features many Nashville institutions framed in the Athens letters of the mural. The “A” features the symbols for sports teams the Nashville Sounds, Predators and Tennessee Titans. The “T” features Greko Greek Street Food, a great local restaurant who commissioned the mural. The “H” features the Parthenon at Centennial Park. The “E” features the iconic signs of The Stage and Jacks BBQ on Broadway. The “N” features the Nashville Skyline at sunset. The “S” features the “Musica” sculpture by Nashville artist Alan LeQuire at the Music Row roundabout in Midtown.
5. Go Slay All the DragonsNeighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1224 Lischey Ave.Artist: Kim RadfordYear Created: 2019
The Slay Dragons mural features lyrics from the song “Dragons” by Nashville based band Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors who commissioned the piece.
Neighborhood: East NashvilleLocation: 1224 Lischey Ave.Artist: Kim RadfordYear Created: 2019
The Slay Dragons mural features lyrics from the song “Dragons” by Nashville based band Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors who commissioned the piece.
6. Country Music LegendsNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: 428 Broadway (Legends Corner Bar)Artist: Tim DavisYear Created: 2016
This piece shows how country artists from every era are welcome to sit at the country music table. Taylor Swift was once a part of this mural as shown, but controversially has been painted over for Brad Paisley. Sorry Swifties.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 428 Broadway (Legends Corner Bar)Artist: Tim DavisYear Created: 2016
This piece shows how country artists from every era are welcome to sit at the country music table. Taylor Swift was once a part of this mural as shown, but controversially has been painted over for Brad Paisley. Sorry Swifties.
7. Municipal Auditrorium TicketsNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: 417 4th Ave. N (East side of Auditorium)Artist: UnknownYear Created: 2016
The oldest ticket on this mural is from April 4, 1965 aPeter, Paul & Mary show, the newest is a Lady Aticket from February 22, 2012.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 417 4th Ave. N (East side of Auditorium)Artist: UnknownYear Created: 2016
The oldest ticket on this mural is from April 4, 1965 aPeter, Paul & Mary show, the newest is a Lady Aticket from February 22, 2012.
8. As Long As the Grass Shall GrowNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 Fifth Ave. N (L & C Garage)Artist: Niels ShoemeulmanYear Created: 2016
This mural features artist Neils Shoe Meulman’s unique “Caliligrafiti” style. The words are from the chorus of the song “As Long as the Grass Shall Grow” written by Peter LaFarge and performed by Johnny Cash on his 1964 album Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian. It’s a reference to the broken promises in many of the treaties signed between the United States and Native Americans.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 Fifth Ave. N (L & C Garage)Artist: Niels ShoemeulmanYear Created: 2016
This mural features artist Neils Shoe Meulman’s unique “Caliligrafiti” style. The words are from the chorus of the song “As Long as the Grass Shall Grow” written by Peter LaFarge and performed by Johnny Cash on his 1964 album Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian. It’s a reference to the broken promises in many of the treaties signed between the United States and Native Americans.
9. The Only Way To Go Is UpNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 Fifth Ave. N (Alleyway between Church and Commerce)Artist: Tavar ZawackiYear Created: 2016
This mural represents the artist once known as “ABOVE” evolving and pealing away his previous moniker to be known as his real name.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 Fifth Ave. N (Alleyway between Church and Commerce)Artist: Tavar ZawackiYear Created: 2016
This mural represents the artist once known as “ABOVE” evolving and pealing away his previous moniker to be known as his real name.
10. ReviveNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 5th Ave. N (Above Blush Boutique)Artist: Beau StantonYear Created: 2017
“Revive” is the work of Brooklyn-based artist Beau Stanton. This mural is meant to bring attention to the waterways of Middle Tennessee and the value they bring to the area.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 144 5th Ave. N (Above Blush Boutique)Artist: Beau StantonYear Created: 2017
“Revive” is the work of Brooklyn-based artist Beau Stanton. This mural is meant to bring attention to the waterways of Middle Tennessee and the value they bring to the area.
11. RoneNeighborhood: DowntownLocation: Church St. between 5th and 6th Ave (East Side of Cornerstone building)Artist: RoneYear Created: 2016
Australian artist Tyrone Wright aka RONE is famous for his portraits of solitary women. His work can be found in New York,Los Angeles, Barcelona, Amsterdam, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong and more.
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: Church St. between 5th and 6th Ave (East Side of Cornerstone building)Artist: RoneYear Created: 2016
Australian artist Tyrone Wright aka RONE is famous for his portraits of solitary women. His work can be found in New York,Los Angeles, Barcelona, Amsterdam, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong and more.
12. One Day I Will Rescue Your Brother Too
Neighborhood: DowntownLocation: 6th Ave. between Church St. and Union St. (Cornerstone building)Artist: HerakutYear Created: 2017
13. HarmonyNeighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1120 4th Ave. NArtist: Ty ChristianYear Created: 2017
Nashville-based artist Ty Christian created this mural which blends different skin colors on a baby's face above the word “HARMONY”.
Neighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1120 4th Ave. NArtist: Ty ChristianYear Created: 2017
Nashville-based artist Ty Christian created this mural which blends different skin colors on a baby's face above the word “HARMONY”.
14. The Kind MuralNeighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1120 4th Ave. NArtist: Rebekah Rinehart and Sarah Gail NelsonYear Created: 2017
The Kind Way is a social movement founded by South Dakota natives Rebekah Rinehart and Sarah Gail Nelson. Fittingly located on the same wall as the “HARMONY” mural above The Kind Way’s mission is to empower the world to see what’ possible when we choose to live in harmony over ignorance and fear.
Neighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1120 4th Ave. NArtist: Rebekah Rinehart and Sarah Gail NelsonYear Created: 2017
The Kind Way is a social movement founded by South Dakota natives Rebekah Rinehart and Sarah Gail Nelson. Fittingly located on the same wall as the “HARMONY” mural above The Kind Way’s mission is to empower the world to see what’ possible when we choose to live in harmony over ignorance and fear.
15. For the GramNeighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1230 4th Ave. N (Side of Barista Parlor)Artist: forBecksYear Created: 2018
Chris Tidwell is known around Nashville for his pop-art style. His murals titled “For The Gram” which depict an Instagram Like can be found throughout Nashville. The first in the series was painted on the side of Franklin Juice Company in 12 South.
Neighborhood: GermantownLocation: 1230 4th Ave. N (Side of Barista Parlor)Artist: forBecksYear Created: 2018
Chris Tidwell is known around Nashville for his pop-art style. His murals titled “For The Gram” which depict an Instagram Like can be found throughout Nashville. The first in the series was painted on the side of Franklin Juice Company in 12 South.
16. Candy HeartsNeighborhood: The GulchLocation: 601 8th Ave. S (Side of Finnleys)Artist: Bryson LeachYear Created: 2020
This mural, sponsored by The Bach Party, a bachelorette planning service and Finnley’s Boutique is especially attractive to Bachelorette Parties. If you’re planning on getting a photo-op at this mural we recommend coming at a non-standard time as parked cars at Finnley’s can get in the way of the shot.
Neighborhood: The GulchLocation: 601 8th Ave. S (Side of Finnleys)Artist: Bryson LeachYear Created: 2020
This mural, sponsored by The Bach Party, a bachelorette planning service and Finnley’s Boutique is especially attractive to Bachelorette Parties. If you’re planning on getting a photo-op at this mural we recommend coming at a non-standard time as parked cars at Finnley’s can get in the way of the shot.
17. "What Lifts You" - WingsNeighborhood: The GulchLocation: 302 11th Ave. SArtist: Kelsey MontagueYear Created: 2016
One of Nashville’s most iconic murals, the “What Lifts You” wings in the Gulch at peak times often has a line of people waiting for the chance to take their picture in flight. At the time this mural was created, it was artist Kelsey Montague’s largest at over 20 feet tall. She has since gone on to create a number of murals many much larger than this all over the world.
Neighborhood: The GulchLocation: 302 11th Ave. SArtist: Kelsey MontagueYear Created: 2016
One of Nashville’s most iconic murals, the “What Lifts You” wings in the Gulch at peak times often has a line of people waiting for the chance to take their picture in flight. At the time this mural was created, it was artist Kelsey Montague’s largest at over 20 feet tall. She has since gone on to create a number of murals many much larger than this all over the world.
18. UntitledNeighborhood: The GulchLocation: 299 11th Ave. SArtist: Jason WoodsideYear Created: 2017
Jason Woodside is a New York based artist who created this mural in collaboration with Nashville’s Nathan Brown. Woodside is known for his use of bold colors, patterns and shapes. His murals are featured in major cities around the world including Paris, New York, Los Angeles, Madrid, Tokyo, Sydney and London.
Neighborhood: The GulchLocation: 299 11th Ave. SArtist: Jason WoodsideYear Created: 2017
Jason Woodside is a New York based artist who created this mural in collaboration with Nashville’s Nathan Brown. Woodside is known for his use of bold colors, patterns and shapes. His murals are featured in major cities around the world including Paris, New York, Los Angeles, Madrid, Tokyo, Sydney and London.
19. Love Y'all
Neighborhood: WeHoLocation: 2020 Lindell Ave (Side of Pencil & Paper Co.)Artist: Joseph ErnstYear Created: 2018
20. Zanies "Comedy Legends"
Neighborhood: 8th AveLocation: 2025 8th Ave S. (Side of Zanies)Artist: UnknownYear Created: 2020
21. Nashville Looks Good On YouNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2509 12 Ave. S (Behind Frothy Monkey)Artist: nash.tnYear Created: 2018
This mural is a trademark of the brand TheNash.TN. The slogan is featured on many walls around Nashville in a number of different settings. You can shop Nash.TN merch at their website above.
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2509 12 Ave. S (Behind Frothy Monkey)Artist: nash.tnYear Created: 2018
This mural is a trademark of the brand TheNash.TN. The slogan is featured on many walls around Nashville in a number of different settings. You can shop Nash.TN merch at their website above.
22. Just a Few GentsNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2318 12 Ave S.Artist: Jared FreihoferYear Created: Unknown
“Just a Few Gents” is hidden away down an alleyway in 12 South, and often passed by pedestrians walking the popular 12 South neighborhood. It’s the work of painter and illustrator Jared Freihofer who specializes in mixed media portraits.
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2318 12 Ave S.Artist: Jared FreihoferYear Created: Unknown
“Just a Few Gents” is hidden away down an alleyway in 12 South, and often passed by pedestrians walking the popular 12 South neighborhood. It’s the work of painter and illustrator Jared Freihofer who specializes in mixed media portraits.
23. I Believe in NashvilleNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2700 12 Ave. S (Wall of 12 South Dental Studio)Artist: Adrien SaporitiYear Created: 2012
Music City’s best known slogan and mural is the work of Nashville native Adrien Saporiti. Saporiti is an artist, musician and designer of Vietnamese decent who’s work has been seen around the world. The slogan was influenced by a trip he made with his mother to Vietnam where he witnessed Victor Hugo’s words “Amour et Justice” written on the pillar of a temple. Saporiti states “I saw that, and I really, just really loved the phrasing of it. “Love and Justice,” “I Believe in Nashville,” they’re the kinds of things it’s hard to refute. You have to kind of be a jerk.”
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2700 12 Ave. S (Wall of 12 South Dental Studio)Artist: Adrien SaporitiYear Created: 2012
Music City’s best known slogan and mural is the work of Nashville native Adrien Saporiti. Saporiti is an artist, musician and designer of Vietnamese decent who’s work has been seen around the world. The slogan was influenced by a trip he made with his mother to Vietnam where he witnessed Victor Hugo’s words “Amour et Justice” written on the pillar of a temple. Saporiti states “I saw that, and I really, just really loved the phrasing of it. “Love and Justice,” “I Believe in Nashville,” they’re the kinds of things it’s hard to refute. You have to kind of be a jerk.”
24. Make Music Not WarNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2902 12 Ave. SArtist: Relax Max ApperalYear Created: 2016
Nashville artist and designer Allan Geiger enjoys creating messages of “simplicity with a rock and roll flare” as you can see in his “Make Music Not War” mural.
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2902 12 Ave. SArtist: Relax Max ApperalYear Created: 2016
Nashville artist and designer Allan Geiger enjoys creating messages of “simplicity with a rock and roll flare” as you can see in his “Make Music Not War” mural.
25. 12 South FlowersNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2902 12 Ave. SArtist: UnknownYear Created: Unknown
Little is known about the origin or story of this flower mural, and we think that’s pretty cool.
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2902 12 Ave. SArtist: UnknownYear Created: Unknown
Little is known about the origin or story of this flower mural, and we think that’s pretty cool.
26. Looking Pretty, Music CityNeighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2709 12 Ave S. (Corner of 12 Ave. S and Dallas Ave.)Artist: Emily EisenhartYear Created: 2020
This mural is a celebration of creativity in Nashville and is in support of arts and music programs in Nashville Metro Public Schools.
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2709 12 Ave S. (Corner of 12 Ave. S and Dallas Ave.)Artist: Emily EisenhartYear Created: 2020
This mural is a celebration of creativity in Nashville and is in support of arts and music programs in Nashville Metro Public Schools.
27. Hillsboro Village
Neighborhood: Hillsboro VillageLocation: 1602 21 Ave. S (Kay Bob's Grill & Ale)Artist: Andee RudloffYear Created: 2012
28. Molly GreenNeighborhood: Hillsboro VillageLocation: 1721 21st Ave S. (Side of Molly Green)Artist: Tarabella AversaYear Created: 2021
Neighborhood: Hillsboro VillageLocation: 1721 21st Ave S. (Side of Molly Green)Artist: Tarabella AversaYear Created: 2021
29. Hillsboro Village Dragon
Neighborhood: 12 SouthLocation: 2709 12 Ave S. (Corner of 12 Ave. S and Dallas Ave.)Artist: Emily EisenhartYear Created: 2020
30. Drippy LipsNeighborhood: Hillsboro VillageLocation: 1814 21st Ave S. (Side of UAL)Artist: Donald "Drawbertson" RobertsonYear Created: 2019
Neighborhood: Hillsboro VillageLocation: 1814 21st Ave S. (Side of UAL)Artist: Donald "Drawbertson" RobertsonYear Created: 2019
31. Hieroglyphics on West End
Neighborhood: West EndLocation: 2813 West End Ave.(Three Brothers Coffee)Artist: Adrien SaporitiYear Created: 2016
32. Off The WallNeighborhood: CharlotteLocation: 3020 Charlotte AveArtist: Sarah Tate, Kevin Bongang, Kyle Brooks, Joseph Perez (among others)Year Created: 2018
Neighborhood: CharlotteLocation: 3020 Charlotte AveArtist: Sarah Tate, Kevin Bongang, Kyle Brooks, Joseph Perez (among others)Year Created: 2018
33. Wish for Peace
Neighborhood: Sylvan ParkLocation: 4816 Charlotte Ave (At Hugh-Baby’s)Artist: Jake ElliottYear Created: 2018
34. Kobe and Gianna BryantNeighborhood: The NationsLocation: 712 51st Ave N. (Red Bicycle Coffee & Crepes)Artist: Olasubomi Aka-BashorunYear Created: 2020
Neighborhood: The NationsLocation: 712 51st Ave N. (Red Bicycle Coffee & Crepes)Artist: Olasubomi Aka-BashorunYear Created: 2020
35. SiloNeighborhood: The NationsLocation: 1499 51st Ave N.Artist: Guido Van HeltenYear Created: 2017
Neighborhood: The NationsLocation: 1499 51st Ave N.Artist: Guido Van HeltenYear Created: 2017
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