PROJECTS
In addition to murals, Ciudad Museo participates in and produces various artistic projects. These projects are not limited to painting alone but encompass a variety of creative forms and expressions for the benefit of communities. Below, discover some of our most iconic projects:
MEJUNJE”: Because too much happened to not to share
Mejunje is a traveling exhibition produced by Ciudad Museo and it started in 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to restrictions that prevented going out into the streets, the collective members created a collection of 20 pieces inspired by historical events in Puerto Rico starting from the impact of Hurricane María. The title “Mejunje” refers to the mix of themes, as well as the diversity of mediums and participating artists. The exhibition officially began in early 2023, continuing until mid-2025, visiting two municipalities in each region of Puerto Rico (north, south, east, west, and center) and their museums, cultural centers, and/or art galleries. The collection is exhibited for approximately two months in each location, giving the audience the opportunity to enjoy the art pieces, including as well a series of art activities. “Mejunje” was made possible thanks to the support of various public and private institutions and our supporters.
Letters Of Bo. Playa (2021)
This self-managed project by Ciudad Museo was carried out in collaboration with the community of Barrio Playa in Añasco, Puerto Rico, and was sponsored by its residents and merchants. Its purpose, beyond beautifying one of the main roads that gives access to the community, was to attract more visitors to the area, increase its visibility on the map, and strengthen the local economy, especially after the closure of its nearest beach in 2017 due to Hurricane María. The letters, made from PVC panels, were cut and painted by the members of Ciudad Museo and installed by members of the “Team Playa,” who always demonstrate their commitment and dedication to the community.
Located on Calle Ciprés in Añasco, Puerto Rico.
https://goo.gl/maps/dBq3RABGEgab4QqQABailey: Four-Legged Hero (2020)
For the opening of the Animal Den Shelter in Añasco, Puerto Rico, Ivelisse García, an educator and professional in animal-assisted intervention, commissioned a painting of Bailey, an emotional therapy dog rescued after Hurricane María in 2017 at La Salle School in the same town. From then on, Bailey had a profound impact on the lives of students facing personal challenges, helping them reduce their stress levels and meet their individual needs. After his passing, to commemorate his legacy of solidarity and empathy, Bailey was honored during the event with the debut of his self-portrait, painted by Bryant López of Ciudad Museo.
Reviving Villa Michelle (2019)
This project was a collaboration with the Villa Michelle Shelter in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, aimed at drawing public attention and promoting the adoption of pets seeking permanent homes. To achieve this, four colorful murals were installed at the shelter’s main entrance, creating a welcoming and attractive atmosphere that invites visitors and passersby to adopt and support the shelter’s mission.
What We Lived (2018)
This project involved creating murals on wooden panels, depicting various scenes of everyday life in Puerto Rico in the days following Hurricane Maria. The intervention took place in commemoration of the hurricane’s first anniversary in the Playa neighborhood community of Añasco, PR. Carried out by the artists of Ciudad Museo, this initiative was made possible thanks to the support of actress Luna Vélez, the organization “Project Refuge PR,” the New York Disaster Interfaith Services, among other entities. This project aimed not only to shed light on these experiences but also to honor the resilience of those affected by natural disasters, whose lives were drastically and permanently altered.