May 24, 2024

Hanover Park Unveils Public Art Mural

Hanover Park, IL –  The Village of Hanover Park unveiled a new public art project on Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Hanover Park Sports Complex at 1200 Sycamore Avenue, Hanover Park, IL. 

The project is a mural, painted on the south side of the Hanover Park Sports Complex field house, titled "The Joy of Play," a representation of the sports, music and cultural activities which take place in the complex. Whether playing musical instruments in the pavilion, participating in sports such as baseball, softball, football and cricket or simply jumping for joy, the people of Hanover Park celebrate their diversity and culture in "The Joy of Play." 

Village President Rodney S. Craig stated "The mural is outstanding! What a great model for future projects to enhance our community."

The Village hired artist Geoff Bevington who is an experienced muralist having painted many murals locally, throughout the United States and abroad. Mr. Bevington most recently was the artist who created over 100 portraits for the Warhol Pop Art Challenge for local communities (including Hanover Park) in conjunction with the Warhol 2023 exhibit at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art. He was also the muralist for the popular Frida Kahlo mural in Glen Ellyn.

A video of "The Joy of Play" can be viewed on the Village's You Tube Channel.
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