CVG is proud to showcase prints of iconic 1001 Colors murals.

Art On Board powered by 1001 Colors features 18 iconic murals that adorn the Cincy region and bring vibrancy to CVG Airport’s tram tunnels. Travelers will be immersed into the culture of the Queen City as they make their way through CVG.

Known for transforming our region through creativity one wall at a time, 1001 Colors creates innovative public art while providing job opportunities to professional artists and young adult apprentices.

Learn more about the 1001 Colors murals featured at CVG.

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Cincinnati is an awe-inspiring colorful art gallery. Don’t miss the opportunity to walk through historic streets and explore our region’s impressive collection of monumental murals.

Art on Board Collection

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  A Song of Freedom

  This mural is a tribute to the legacy of Louise Shropshire, an Avondale resident and activist during the Civil Rights Movement.

  A Song of Freedom
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  All In This Story Together

  This work, designed by Cincinnati-based illustrator Erin Barker, represents the vibrancy and beauty of the Silverton community.

  All In This Story Together
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  Armstrong

  This mural pays tribute to Armstrong, a Wapakoneta, Ohio native and at the time of its creation, was the largest project in ArtWorks’ 21-year history.

  Armstrong
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  Brewery Heritage: Grain to Glass

  “Grain to Glass” celebrates Cincinnati’s brewing heritage and honors the people, past, and present who have worked to support it.

  Brewing Heritage: Grain to Glass
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  The Cincinnati Strong Man

  This mural celebrates Henry Holtgrewe, one of Cincinnati’s most colorful characters.

  The Cincinnati Strong Man
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  Cincinnati Toy Heritage

  The legacy of Kenner Toys, a Cincinnati-based toy company founded in 1947, is documented in this work which showcases some of the most popular toys.

  Cincinnati Toy Heritage
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  The Cobbler's Apprentice Plays Ball

  This mural was inspired by one of Cincinnati’s most treasured painters Frank Duveneck and one of his most beloved paintings, “The Cobbler’s Apprentice.”

  The Cobbler's Apprentice Plays Ball
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  Crazy Cat, Crazy Quilt

  Crazy Cat, Crazy Quilt honors the career of Cincinnati Master artist, Edie Harper.

  Crazy Cat, Crazy Quilt
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  Dreaming Blues

  Mamie Smith, an icon and Cincinnati native, was the first-ever African American blues recording artist.

  Dreaming Blues
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  Fiona & Bibi at the Cincinnati Zoo

  This inaugural Paints-by-Numbers’ mural features Cincinnati’s beloved Fiona the hippo at her home in the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

  Fiona and Bibi at the Cincinnati Zoo
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  Fresh Harvest

  This mural brings the essence of farming to a monumental scale. The design shows dramatically lit produce on the verge of spilling out of a crate, fresh from the field.

  Fresh Harvest
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  Healthcare Heroes Save the Day

  This mural illustrates the heart and soul that healthcare workers have given to patients and community during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

  Healthcare Heroes Save the Day
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  Homecoming (Bluebirds)

  This work is based on Homecoming (Bluebirds), a painting done in artist Charley Harper’s minimal, geometric style and is symbolic, depicting two bluebirds – male and female – returning home.

  Homecoming (Blue Birds)
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  Looking to Tomorrow

  Looking To Tomorrow is meant to represent the literal and figurative growth of the community.

  Looking to Tomorrow
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  Martha, the Last Passenger Pigeon

  Martha, the last passenger pigeon, lived out her last days at the Cincinnati Zoo.

  Martha, the Last Passenger Pigeon
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  Mr. Dynamite

  Depicted in the mural is James Brown, an innovative and widely respected composer and stage performer; he played a major role in the development of funk, soul, and hip hop, and was a strong, outspoken advocate for civil rights and black self-empowerment.

  Mr. Dynamite
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  The Queen Shares

  This mural is a permanent love letter to the Queen City and all who call her home.

  The Queen Shares
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  Visionary Reality Threshold

  This mural features a series of mandala-like portals inviting the viewer in to explore the intricacies of the pattern-work as they turn to deep contemplation and personal reflection to imagine a future society.

  Visionary Reality Threshold