WHEREAS, Hazelwood is home to dozens of works of public art, steel sculptures, community murals, and hand-crafted installations; and,
WHEREAS, these works were created over two decades by local artists, student welders, and residents working together to add beauty and meaning to public spaces; and,
WHEREAS, the Hazelwood community recognizes the importance and unique role art and creativity play in making the neighborhood a vibrant, colorful, and dynamic place that reflects the culture, history, and values of the people who live, work, recreate, and worship there; and,
WHEREAS, in an effort to celebrate and acknowledge this array of public art, a multi-sector advisory committee met to select artworks to be included in the first phase of the trail; and,
WHEREAS, the Hazelwood Arts Trail is a self-guided walking trail that showcases permanent public artworks and community identity across the Greater Hazelwood neighborhood; and,
WHEREAS, a website and printed map were created as part of the project, utilizing the skills of local graphic designers, cartographers, and photographers; and,
WHEREAS, the Hazelwood Arts Trail was made possible through administrative support of Arts Excursions Unlimited, Hazelwood Local, and most importantly Hazelwood residents;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare October 27, 2026 “Hazelwood Arts Trail Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.