City of Dearborn unveils "Bridges of Culture" mural on Warren Ave

Published Oct. 7, 2026

The City of Dearborn and the Warren Business District Improvement Authority (WBDIA) officially unveiled the "Bridges of Culture" mural project at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 6, 2026.

Installed along the fence of the ITC Substation at 13851 Warren Avenue - made possible through a partnership with ITC - the public art installation enhances the aesthetic appeal of the Warren Ave Commercial Corridor. 

Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud stated, “Warren Avenue is Dearborn’s heartbeat and among the strongest business corridors we have. Murals like “Bridges of Culture” do much to beautify and rejuvenate a corridor that is near and dear to so many of our neighborhoods. We’re happy to see this project that began under the last administration through completion.”

Spanning nineteen 5'x10' aluminum panels, the mural serves as a vibrant celebration of Dearborn’s shared heritage, creative vitality, and united spirit. 

The artwork beautifully illustrates the bustling energy of a traditional souq-featuring rich textiles, coffee, foods, and community life-capturing essential themes of connection, family, and leisure while honoring the profound depth of Dearborn’s Arab American community.

The mural was created by artist Mary Thiefels and Danijel Matanic of TreeTown Murals, with project support from CDPA Architects + Planners and Stonebridge Building Company. 

Spanning nineteen 5'x10' aluminum panels, the mural serves as a vibrant celebration of Dearborn’s shared heritage, creative vitality, and united spirit. 

The artwork beautifully illustrates the bustling energy of a traditional souq-featuring rich textiles, coffee, foods, and community life-capturing essential themes of connection, family, and leisure while honoring the profound depth of Dearborn’s Arab American community.

The mural was created by artist Mary Thiefels and Danijel Matanic of TreeTown Murals, with project support from CDPA Architects + Planners and Stonebridge Building Company. 

Learn more about the Warren Ave Transformation Project at TransformWarrenAve.com.

 

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Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud joined City officials, members of the Warren Business District Improvement Authority, and the artists behind the "Bridges of Culture" mural on Warren Ave at an official ribbon cutting ceremony, Oct. 6, 2026.

 

Installed along the fence of the ITC Substation at 13851 Warren Avenue, the public art installation enhances the aesthetic appeal of the Warren Ave Commercial Corridor.