48 Blocks Atlantic City is the flagship program of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation, which includes an art & culture festival and Atlantic City’s largest mural arts program.

Why “48 Blocks”?

Did you know Atlantic City spans 48 blocks? Public art created for 48 Blocks Atlantic City can be found in every neighborhood in the city—murals, adirondack chairs, and planters. The festival incorporates projects by residents and visitors, all intended to celebrate Atlantic City.

MURAL WEEK

Local, regional, and global muralists are given full creative license leading to a diverse range of styles & content in the permanent public art across the 48 blocks of Atlantic City.

WEEKEND EVENT

Celebrate the arts in Atlantic City during 48 Blocks Atlantic City. Events include a kick-off party, free mural tours, and community-created projects.


Mural Map

Discover murals in Atlantic City using our interactive map. There are over 70!

Adirondack Chairs + Planters

Find artistic chairs and planter boxes across the Boardwalk and in O’Donnell Memorial Park.

48 Blocks AC Virtual Library

Experience the projects from 48 Blocks AC 2020 virtual event on-demand.

Mural Videos

Watch the transformation of Atlantic City through our mural arts program videos.


Header Image: Ruben Garcia / © ACAF 2019