"Put yourself in the way of beauty." - Cheryl Strayed On Sunday,
January 20th, join Words Beats & Life Executive Director Mazi Mutafa
for a 90-minute stroll through two iconic Washington, DC
neighborhoods: Columbia Heights and Adams Morgan. Along the way,
you'll discover MURALS AND STREET ART BY LOCAL ARTISTS NESTLED AMONG
THE ROWHOUSES AND CITYSCAPES. This special WALKING TOUR ALLOWS BOTH
RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO THE NATION'S CAPITAL TO SEE THE CITY WITH
FRESH EYES, discovering beauty everywhere. Just around the corner, in
alleyways or along unnoticed rooftops, are picture-perfect moments
waiting to be captured with your camera or simply enjoyed in the
moment. About Words Beats & Life This tour is hosted by Words Beats &
Life (WBL), a community based nonprofit whose community work over the
past 17 years has helped preserve and promote hip-hop culture for
people of all ages. Comprised of unapologetic advocates for hip-hop
culture and art forms, WBL is proud to welcome youth and adults to our
headquarters in Columbia Heights for an unforgettable educational
experience. Since 2002, we have offered free classes for young people
in schools, librarires, places of worship, and community centers. Your
participation in this HIDDEN MURALS OF DC WALKING TOUR HELPS US TO
CONTINUE OUR LEGACY OF OFFERING PROGRAMS FREE OF CHARGE TO THOSE WHO
CANNOT AFFORD OR LACK ACCESS TO ARTS EDUCATION. 100% of your ticket
fee goes to increasing our social impact. Your money is a direct
investment in the next generation of DC artists, and your purchase
helps keep free arts programming alive for DC youth. About the Event
Host Since 2002, Mazi Mutafa has served as the founder and executive
director of Words Beats & Life. Additionally, he has managed numerous,
large-scale mural projects around the DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA and the
world. He designed this WALKING TOUR TO SHOWCASE SOME OF THE PROJECTS
HE PERSONALLY MANAGED AND THOSE HE ADMIRES AFTER HAVING TRAVELED THE
GLOBE TO ENJOY AND CREATE STREET ART WITH HUNDREDS OF TALENTED
ARTISTS. Mazi seeks to share his knowledge of the city's HIDDEN
ARTISTIC GEMS, many of which passersby often miss and that are only
seen if the viewer knows where to look. Some of these MURALS ARE
PAINTED IN COMMERCIAL CORRIDORS, while other MURALS HAVE STORIES THAT
REMAIN UNKNOWN DESPITE THE FACT THAT THEY ARE PART OF A CANON OF SOME
OF THE CITY'S LARGEST AND BEST PRESERVED WORKS OF PUBLIC ART.
Testimonials Really amazing walkaround. Mazi knows all about the
neighborhood and its street art. - Jean-Elie This was a really great
way to engage with my new neighborhood in DC. Mazi knows a ton about
the artists and MURALS, history of the neighborhoods, architecture,
etc. He was flexible and patient. - Becky A unique experience that
gets you out into the neighborhoods of DC so you can learn more about
the culture of the city. Mazi is very knowledgeable. - Duana FAQs Are
there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? No minimum
age requirement! All ages and ability levels are welcome, so long as
you are able to walk on mostly flat surfaces (sidewalks with some
uphill WALKING) for 60-90 minutes without any discomfort. What are my
transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is limited parking at our headquarters (tour meeting place).
However, the building is conveniently located on numerous metro and
bus lines, and is a short walk from the Columbia Heights metro
station. For directions via public transport, please visit
www.wmata.com to plan your trip. What should I bring to the event? We
will provide water. You should wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable
clothes and limit carrying any heavy bags, if possible. Bring
sunscreen and mosquito repellent for any tours during warm weather
months and warm clothing during cold weather months. We encourage you
to bring a camera/phone, and your friends and family- this tour is
very enjoyable for groups! How can I contact the organizer with any
questions? Please e-mail mazi@wblinc.org if you are interested in
setting up a private tour for four or more people, or with any
additional questions or concerns you have about the tour. What's the
refund policy? Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance
of tour. Refunds are not available, but tickets can be exchanged for
another tour, based on availability during 2019.
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