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Atlantic City’s not-so-distant cousin Philadelphia was recently recognized by USA Today for the second time in three years as the “Mural Capital of the World” and the nation’s best city for street art. This is largely due to the stellar efforts of Mural Arts Philadelphia, which has overseen the installation of 4,000 murals since its inception in 1984. We tip our hats to the exceptional accomplishments and well-deserved recognition for Philadelphia’s public arts achievements (and cheer on the recent E-A-G-L-E-S mini mural in honor of their championship run).

But let’s look deeper into the numbers. Philadelphia boasts 4,000 murals for a citywide population of 1.5 million people; Atlantic City is proudly home to 102 murals and counting, for a population of approximately 40,000 full-time residents. This means that while Philadelphia is about 40x larger than Atlantic City, both cities maintain the same number of “murals per capita” given their population size. This is cause for civic pride and enthusiasm behind our local efforts at the Atlantic City Arts Foundation to foster opportunities for emerging and established artists to utilize our public spaces as canvases for their creativity.

Keep reading to learn how our mural momentum continues!

Tuesday, April 15 is World Art Day! 🎨🌎🎉

World Art Day is a celebration to promote the creation, spread, and enjoyment of art worldwide. Proclaimed at the 2019 UNESCO General Conference, it reminds us that “art nurtures creativity, innovation and cultural diversity for all peoples across the globe and plays an important role in sharing knowledge and encouraging curiosity and dialogue.”

Join us in celebrating World Art Day by making a donation to strengthen and grow the vibrant Atlantic City arts community! Every contribution—big or small—supports public art, creative programs, and community partnerships throughout Atlantic City.

Learn more about all the ways art positively impacts communities and make a contribution today!

UPCOMING FREE ARTS & CULTURAL EVENTS

You’re Invited: Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s
Spring Arts Mixer on National Mural Day!

🗓️ Wed., May 7, 2025, 5-7 pm at📍Anchor Rock Club

Shop our local art market, celebrate National Mural Day, and mingle with creatives in your community!

Please RSVP for this free event.

Join Ducktown CDC at the Arts Garage for Pohela Boishakh and immerse yourself in Bengali festivities, food, and cultural performances. ACAF donated chalk for a pop-up Chalk About AC during the event! Attendees are encouraged to wear red and white, the traditional colors for Pohela Boishakh.

Feeling artistic? Drop by between 10 am–2 pm to paint chalk rangolis and enjoy a light breakfast. Registration is suggested!

Visit the Arts Garage to view this exhibition featuring local student work inspired by ways positive actions, attitudes, and mindsets can create a life without limits. All work depicts fulfilling activities that don’t involve drugs or alcohol. A reception will be held on May 10 from 1–3 pm.