On the afternoon of Monday, July 7, a large mural titled “Hudson County, N.J.” was officially unveiled in Jersey City. It is located at the intersection of Routes 1&9 and Route 440, a spot where many people drive by every day.
The mural covers 4,000 square feet and was painted by Avery Nice, a mural artist known for working on big public art pieces. He worked on this project for three weeks and was helped by several assistants.
- The “Hudson County, N.J.” mural is a 4,000-square-foot public artwork located at the intersection of Routes 1&9 and 440 in Jersey City, completed by muralist Avery Nice over three weeks with assistance from several team members.
- The mural features key Hudson County symbols, including the Pulaski Skyway, Bayonne Bridge, Frank Sinatra, the Statue of Liberty, the PATH train, local wildlife, and the names of all 12 municipalities.
- This is the fourth large public mural created through the Hudson County Cultural & Heritage Affairs County Mural Program.
Mural Shows Local Landmarks, History, and Nature
The mural includes many things that are important to Hudson County, such as the Pulaski Skyway, the Bayonne Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and the PATH train. It also features Frank Sinatra, who is closely connected to the area.
Beyond these well-known images, the mural has plants and animals that are native to Hudson County. Furthermore, it includes the names of all 12 municipalities in the county. All of these parts are meant to represent the history, wildlife, and nature that are important to the local area.
Created Through a County Art Program
This mural is part of the Hudson County Cultural & Heritage Affairs County Mural Program. Since the program started, it has led to the creation of four large murals on property owned by Hudson County.
Hudson County Executive Craig Guy said that the program helps turn public places into vibrant, beautiful spaces. He explained that the new mural lets residents and commuters traveling on Route 1&9 see and connect with many parts of Hudson County. He also said that people may notice something new each time they pass by, which can remind them of the county’s culture, values, and history.
County Officials Support Local Art
Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea (D-2), who represents the area where the mural is located, also spoke about the project. He said Jersey City is glad to have this mural at such a busy intersection, where hundreds of people pass each day.
He said that public art like this can help with mental wellbeing and give people a strong sense of pride in their community. He also shared that the Board of County Commissioners supports local artists and wants to help more art projects succeed across Hudson County.
