"STILL HERE"
by Gaia
Completed in 1857 at the corner of Weybosset and Custom House Street in Providence, RI, the domed U.S. Customhouse (visible at right) housed a variety of Federal offices for more than 50 years until replaced by a new Federal Building, and now serves the state judiciary. Commissioned by Providence non-profit @AvenuePVD to paint this prominent wall across the street, Baltimore-based artist Gaia partnered with Narragansett Tribe educator Lynsea Montanari and connected the Custom House Street location with the history of Weybosset Street, named for an indigenous footpath and trading location. Montanari is portrayed in the mural holding a photo of Narragansett elder Princess Red Wing who founded the @TomaquagMuseum 60 years ago. @gaiastreetart/
