{"id":64935,"date":"2026-04-18T01:05:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T05:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=64935"},"modified":"2026-04-18T01:05:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T05:05:07","slug":"lakeland-cra-launches-mural-passport-to-celebrate-local-art-and-drive-community-engagement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/04\/18\/lakeland-cra-launches-mural-passport-to-celebrate-local-art-and-drive-community-engagement\/","title":{"rendered":"Lakeland CRA Launches Mural Passport to Celebrate Local Art and Drive Community Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is proud to announce the launch of the Lakeland CRA Mural Passport, an interactive initiative designed to showcase the city\u2019s vibrant public art scene while encouraging residents and visitors to explore Lakeland\u2019s unique neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The Mural Passport invites participants to visit a curated collection of murals located throughout CRA districts, including Downtown, Midtown, and Dixieland. By checking in at each mural location, participants can track their progress, learn about the artists, and discover the stories behind each piece of art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis program is about more than just murals\u2014it\u2019s about connection,\u201d said CRA Representative Shelley Guiseppi, CRA Project Manager. \u201cThe Mural Passport encourages people to experience Lakeland in a new way, support local businesses, and appreciate the creativity that makes our community special.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

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Participants can pick up a printed version at Lakeland City Hall, Lakeland’s Chamber of Commerce, and CRA partner Visit Central Florida. Participants can earn a Mural Passport exclusive cloth bag by tagging @lakelandgov on Facebook with at least fifteen (15) photo check-ins.  Bags can be picked up at the Lakeland CRA office located at Lakeland City Hall, 225 S Massachusetts Av, Lakeland, Florida 33801<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program aims to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022             Promote public art and local artists<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022             Increase foot traffic to CRA districts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022             Support small businesses and local economies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022             Foster community pride and engagement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re a longtime resident or first-time visitor, the Lakeland CRA Mural Passport offers a fun and meaningful way to explore the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information or to start your mural journey, visit www.lakelandcra.net<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Lakeland CRA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency works to revitalize targeted areas of the city by fostering economic development, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting community-driven initiatives that improve quality of life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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