A 28-foot Mural of the late Whitney Houston was unveiled on Thursday at 45 William Street in her hometown of Newark, New Jersey.
Curated and brought to life by artist Maude Lemaire, the stunning new artwork celebrates Houston’s legacy as a Pop culture influencer and a timeless legend in the world of music.
The mural has been placed directly next to Teachers Village and is just three blocks from Prudential Center, just a few weeks after the announcement to immortalize her with it, was made.
“Whitney Houston’s dynamic career remains one of the most decorated in music history and her connection to and impact on the city of Newark will forever be celebrated,” said Natasha Moody, Senior Vice President, Business Operations, Prudential Center, earlier in October. “We are honored to bring this extraordinary mural to life in Newark’s Central Ward alongside Prudential Financial, Inc., the City of Newark, Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, Baldwin Equities and Newark Arts. The mural serves as another powerful reminder of the Whitney Houston’s legacy, as well as the rich music history of the city and the state of New Jersey.”
Watch the live unveiling ceremony of the beautiful glass collage below:
A deserving honor, for one of the greatest to ever do it.