Shaw in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Chris Pyrate + The Shay
Spaces for reflection and expression are paramount, and in the summer of 2020, our entrances at The Shay provided a spectacular canvas for expression by local artist Chris Pyrate.
Inspired by the words of Bob Marley and Ijeoma Oluo on racism, these murals extended from our buildings into the streetscape — creating a new centerpiece in Shaw. Though the mural could not last forever, we are dedicated to preserving this remarkable artwork in our community indefinitely. We invite you to visit our concierge desk for a commemorative printout of the mural.
Erected by The Shay.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music • Civil Rights. A significant historical year for this entry is 2020.
Location. 38° 54.987′ N, 77° 1.389′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Shaw. Marker is on 8th Street Northwest south of Florida Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1924 8th St NW, Washington DC 20001, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Chris Pyrate + The Shay (within shouting distance of this marker); Scurlock Studio Site (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Washington Conservatory of Music and School of Expression / Harriet Gibbs-Marshall / Mary P. Burrill
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Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. An identical marker can be found directly across the street.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 17, 2022
2. Chris Pyrate + The Shay Marker
The marker is on in the window at The Shay.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 17, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 83 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 17, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
