U Street & Shaw
DC's historic "Black Broadway" corridor — once home to Duke Ellington, Pearl Bailey, and a world-class jazz scene — now carries that legacy on its walls. Murals here celebrate civil rights icons, neighborhood elders, and the continuing story of a community that refused erasure.
Featured Artists
All artists →Byron Peck
Co-founder of City Arts DC. For three decades, Peck has led community workshops before each project, using the mural process itself as a vehicle for neighborhood dialogue. His U Street works honor the block's jazz and civil rights heritage.
Cita Sadeli
Indonesian-American artist whose vibrant, pattern-rich murals blend Southeast Asian textile traditions with American street art aesthetics. Her Shaw corridor works are among the most photographed murals in the city.
Aniekan Udofia
Nigerian-American muralist known for large-scale portraits celebrating community elders and cultural icons. His tribute to Duke Ellington on 14th St NW is one of his most recognized DC works.