Wells Fargo Historic Springfield Mural Installed
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As a part of Wachovia's transition into Wells Fargo, Metro Jacksonville has been assisting the company in developing neighborhood specific historic murals for individual branch locations throughout Jacksonville and the State of Florida. Here is a sneak peek at the first mural installed in urban Jacksonville at the corner of 6th and Main Streets.
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http://www.metrojacksonville.com/article/2011-apr-wells-fargo-historic-springfield-mural-installed
Very Cool!
I like it.
Awesome!! Good stuff.
I hope that its expanded to highlight river access points to our St. Johns River our American Heritage River especially within our Downtown Jacksonville Overlay Zoning District. Imagine Hogans Creek kayak launch and a similar history lesson next to the Jacksonville Historical Society. What a no brainer. Maxwell House Plant (Good to the last drop)
How was it funded? Its Dist.7. Was any lollipop money used? Was Gaffney involved? If yes then congratulations. Legislation can still be introduced and if not then it would go back to the general fund. Its an election cycle and we are going to have access or we are not. Its that simple. Time is running out.
So who's next for seeing Hogans Creek?
Those running in the spring elections go to the front of the line.
Anyone on the Jacksonville Civic Council.
Daniel O'Byrne and councilman Joost
Paul Anderson
Ron Barton
Terry Lorrince
Paul Anderson
Tera Meeks
Mark Middlebrook
Neil Armingeon
Any news media outlet outside of Duval County
I need to go by there to see more outside views
Fantastic. Can't wait to take pictures of it.
Really nice work by all involved.
I like it!
Looks great.
I guess that's one way to make a bank that's new to the area feel more like a hometown bank. Interesting that they are willing to take the time to get to know the places they are in.
Turned out great! What material is that? Are they window applicants or just hanging down?
They need to flip it to the other side. It would be weird to read everything backwards from outside. The murals are supposed to be supportive of its message 24/7 even people can't get into the bank during the wee hours.
On the other hands, they look great and really resemble the heart and spirit of Springfield!
-Josh
Hum, does anyone else think it’s weird that the image is shown backwards from the exterior of the building? I love the image....not for sure what the design intent was but i would say this doesn’t add much "curb appeal" shown backwards.
I think they made a boo boo. Because it was said that it would be lit up at night. But if its backwards, what would be the point? LOL
Then again, I think thats the way its supposed to be. After looking at it again, it looks fine.
Quote from: b real on April 21, 2011, 10:57:29 AM
Hum, does anyone else think it’s weird that the image is shown backwards from the exterior of the building? I love the image....not for sure what the design intent was but i would say this doesn’t add much "curb appeal" shown backwards.
Already beat you to it. :D
-Josh
Is it supposed to be so small? When I think of a mural, I think of large art. Not smallish interior decoration.
(But to be honest, I know very little about art. :))
and I know even less, Jimmy.. don't feel bad ;)
I was thinking of it would be like the mural at Everbank Field. But in all essence, it is still nice.
Not sure I would really classify that as a mural since it is separated panels. But it looks nice and is local specific, so good job.
I'm surprised the city didn't cry foul on this. Isn't it a violation of the sign ordinance? Screw it! I say every business rebels against this anti urban poloicy and erect signs and murals all over their buildings. What's the city going to do about it, arrest or fine everyone? If everybody defies this stupid law, it would be too much for the city to cope, and therefore bring it down with peaceful force!
It is kind of weird that wells fargo has such a strong interest in Jacksonville.
Quote from: duvaldude08 on April 21, 2011, 04:28:38 PM
It is kind of weird that wells fargo has such a strong interest in Jacksonville.
They have been doing them gradually in all their branches nationwide...
QuoteIn an effort to connect with its new communities, Wells Fargo, based in San Francisco, worked with local historical societies and universities to create murals that will be displayed in about a fifth of the branches, with more planned.
QuoteWells Fargo started including historical murals in its new branches in 2002, completing 1,200 through 2009. Last year, 500 more were done, mostly in former Wachovia branches. The first Wachovia branches that Wells Fargo converted were in markets where both companies had branches, such as Colorado and California. Those were followed by markets in the South, where only Wachovia had branches.
http://articles.philly.com/2011-02-04/business/27100700_1_wachovia-branches-new-branches-debit-cards (http://articles.philly.com/2011-02-04/business/27100700_1_wachovia-branches-new-branches-debit-cards)
to explain why more:
QuoteThese murals are part of a corporate plan for Wells Fargo to show its dedication to the communities in which their banks are located nationally.
“It’s been deliberate of the two companies that customer impact is minimized,†said branch manager Tim Curran, a resident of Towamencin. “We want our customers to know we will remain loyal. The name will change, but it’s the same people.â€
http://lansdale.patch.com/articles/mural-depicts-history-of-lansdale
^^^Ok thanks for that update. That is a very good that they are dedicated to whatever community they are a part of. That is the first step of building a great relationship
Quote from: urbaknight on April 21, 2011, 02:39:10 PM
I'm surprised the city didn't cry foul on this. Isn't it a violation of the sign ordinance? Screw it! I say every business rebels against this anti urban poloicy and erect signs and murals all over their buildings. What's the city going to do about it, arrest or fine everyone? If everybody defies this stupid law, it would be too much for the city to cope, and therefore bring it down with peaceful force!
You actually do have a good point. MetroJacksonville and other fine organizations should step in and shake things up, making sure the city council and city government stay on their toes.
-Josh
Quote from: urbaknight on April 21, 2011, 02:39:10 PM
I'm surprised the city didn't cry foul on this. Isn't it a violation of the sign ordinance? Screw it! I say every business rebels against this anti urban poloicy and erect signs and murals all over their buildings. What's the city going to do about it, arrest or fine everyone? If everybody defies this stupid law, it would be too much for the city to cope, and therefore bring it down with peaceful force!
Maybe that is why it is on the inside facing inside. That way it is an interior piece and not exterior. That way the city cant say a peep.
Quote from: danno on April 22, 2011, 09:28:37 AM
Quote from: urbaknight on April 21, 2011, 02:39:10 PM
I'm surprised the city didn't cry foul on this. Isn't it a violation of the sign ordinance? Screw it! I say every business rebels against this anti urban poloicy and erect signs and murals all over their buildings. What's the city going to do about it, arrest or fine everyone? If everybody defies this stupid law, it would be too much for the city to cope, and therefore bring it down with peaceful force!
Waybe that is why it is on the inside facing inside. That way it is an interior piece and not exterior. That way the city cant say a peep.
It's a shame that we have to go to these lengths just to satisfy the city. I imagine it would be quite fun and amusing to piss off those dried up ol men. Surly they can't stop all of us simultaneously, they won't be able to spare the expense related to enforcing hundreds of "violations" if they're all done in protest at the exact same time.