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Destin City Council approves mural at Captain Royal Melvin Heritage Park

The Destin City Council unanimously approved a motion Thursday to move forward with the installation of a mural at Captain Royal Melvin Heritage Park as part of the city’s 40th anniversary celebration. Kelly Pierre, an award-winning artist known for his coastal-themed work, has been selected as the muralist for the project. Pierre, who recently won […]

The Destin City Council unanimously approved a motion Thursday to move forward with the installation of a mural at Captain Royal Melvin Heritage Park as part of the city’s 40th anniversary celebration.

  • The mural project, initially approved by the council in 2023, aims to celebrate Destin’s arts, culture, and history. The council directed the city manager to work with the public information director on the design and installation of the artwork.

Kelly Pierre, an award-winning artist known for his coastal-themed work, has been selected as the muralist for the project. Pierre, who recently won the 2024 Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Poster Contest, has created a rendering that celebrates both the City of Destin and honors the marine area where the mural will be placed.

The city’s community development staff and attorney worked to ensure appropriate language for the one-time mural installation. Planning experts, along with parks and recreation and public works staff, were consulted to ensure signage in the area remained appropriate.

  • The mural project aligns with the city’s strategic goals to enhance quality of life and create aesthetically pleasing infrastructure. The council had previously approved a budget of $8,000 for the project.

Pierre, who maintains a studio at the Destin Harbor and regularly exhibits at the Festival of the Arts in Destin, is known for creating art that reflects the beauty, culture, and diversity of the coastal area.

The mural is expected to enhance and beautify the area along the Harbor and contribute to the overall cultural landscape of Destin.

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