Warren in Bristol County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
William Schaff
The Avenue Concept
— Town of Warren, R.I., Incorporated 1747 —
William Schaff is a veteran of the local arts scene known primarily for his album artwork for bands such as Okkervill River, Godspeed You! Black Emperor and the Mighty Mighty Bosstones. He is also the founder of Warren's "Fort Foreclosure," a Warren-based studio and gathering place for artists. His electrical box design features hand painted recreations of traditional Chinese paper cuts, as well as depictions of native local birds.
The Town of Warren and The Avenue Concept have partnered to create Warren's first Public Art Utility Box Program, which debuted with boxes on Water Street painted with original artwork by local artists William Schaff and Adam Tracy.
Erected by The Avenue Concept.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music.
Location. 41° 43.987′ N, 71° 17.124′ W. Marker is in Warren, Rhode Island, in Bristol County. Marker is on Water Street north of Sisson Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 125 Water St, Warren RI 02885, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Oyster Industry (approx. 0.2 miles away); Massasoit Park Sacred Circle Monument (approx. 0.2 miles away); Baptist Church in Warren, R.I.
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