Soledad in Monterey County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
One Voice Murals Project
Arts & Leadership Program
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 20, 2011
1. 1998 One Voice Murals Project Marker
[1998]
With the Santa Lucia, Gabilan mountain ranges and Pinnacles National Monument as the backdrop, Soledad has a rich history rooted in the original Spanish Mission land grants of early California. Soledad's original agricultural base was in cattle, wheat and barley until the 1890's when an influx of Swiss and Swedish immigrants established dairy operations in the area. A historical timeline of cultural diversity is also depicted.
Supervising Muralist: Carlos Ramos
Asst. Muralist: Francisco Alonzo
Youth Muralists: Adriana Leyva, Aidee Chavez, Antonieta Rico, Hector Villagomez, Juan Arroyo, Juan Sanchez, Brenda Soltero, and Jose Zapata.
This project was part of the 1998 Monterey County Summer Youth Employment Training Progam funded by the United States Department of Labor supported by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors and the Monterey County Private Industry Council.
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[2000]
This pastoral scene illustrates the interdependence of a variety of plants and animals. A hummingbird gathers nectar from a flower, a coyote howls a welcome, and an eagle soars high in the skies.
Designer/Supervisor: Ralph D'Oliveira
Supervisor: Timothy Doyle
Assistant Muralist: Ruben Alvarez
Adult Muralist
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This project was part of the 2000 Monterey County Summer Youth Employment Training Progam funded by the United States Department of Labor supported by Monterey County Board of Supervisors and the Monterey County Workforce Investment Board.
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[2001]
This mural features the magnificent three-toed warrior dragon, a revered ancient Chinese mythological creature. The dragon is shown in his various lifecycles from a nurtured egg, to infancy, to young adult, through full maturity.
Designer: Ralph D'Oliveira
Supervising Muralist: William Northcutt
Muralist: Carolyn Eyes
Assistant Muralist: Brenda Alcantar
Youth Muralists: German Cruz, Christopher Diaz, Edgar Leon, Tina M. Lovato, Judy P. Morales, Jose O. Morelos, Juan Morelos Jr., Moises Rico
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[2002 - "Leadership"]
The Soledad Leadership Mural consists of portraits of 13 important world leaders, past and present. The mural spans 9 feet by 74 feet, including a one-foot border all around. Leadership is also displayed in the heroism of our community depicted in this mural as firefighters, police, nurses, teachers, and children. There
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2. 1998 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
Muralist Staff: Dawn Wagner & David Sausedo
Youth Apprentices: Andrea Arena, Gerardo Ceja, Raul Chavez, Iliana Hernandez, Tina Loza, Sochil Moran & Maria Silva
Designers: Yanni Vasilakis, Paul Gardner & Mark Molchan
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[2002 - "The Valley That Feeds the Nation"]
"The Valley That Feeds the Nation" is a mural that depicts Soledad as a major contributor of agricultural products for America and the world. Advances in agriculture are reflected in the mural by a grower holding a lap-top, a tractor, and a futuristic machine. The image of the two children and the women holding strawberries illustrates the practical importance of a strong agricultural community. This mural also includes Soledad's national monument - the Pinnacles.
Muralist Staff: Eli De La Cruz & Steven Shepard
Youth Apprentices: Frankie Alvarez, Jazmin Arreola, Oscar Calderon, Maria Espinoza, Crystal Lopez & Ana Mandujano
Designers: Mark Molchan, Paul
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3. 2000 One Voice Murals Project Marker
Marker is on the east wall of 945 Monterey Street (on Oak Street)
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[2003 - "The History of Winemaking"]
The wine making process has existed for many centuries. It was first recorded by the Egyptians and later perfected by the Greeks and Romans. A long-standing tradition in Europe, winemaking was established throughout California by the Spanish Missionaries. It has since evolved into an art form with a vibrant presence on the central coast. This mural depicts an opening in the wall, similar to an entrance from the old Soledad Mission, through which we can see a modern vineyard set against a beautiful sunset landscape with Santa Lucia Mountains in the background.
Muralist Staff: El De La Cruz
Youth Apprentices: Veronica Aguilar, Juan Ledesma & Ariana Muniz
Designer: Mark Molchan
Erected by Monterey County Summer Youth Employment Training Program.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Education • Hispanic Americans. A significant historical year for this entry is 1998.
Location. 36° 25.476′ N, 121° 19.56′ W. Marker is in Soledad, California, in Monterey County. Marker is on Front Street (State Highway 146) near East Street, on the right when traveling east. Address is for the
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4. 2000 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Cesar Chavez Park (approx. 0.2 miles away); Railroad Station Site (approx. ¼ mile away); Mission Nuestra Señora Dolorosísima de la Soledad (approx. 2 miles away); Padre Florencio Ibanez (approx. 2.1 miles away); Jose Joaquin de Arrillaga (approx. 2.1 miles away); The De Anza Expedition in Soledad (approx. 2.1 miles away); Site of Original Church (approx. 2.1 miles away); El Camino Real Bell (approx. 2.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Soledad.
Regarding One Voice Murals Project. "The goal of the "One Voice" Murals Project is to enhance awareness of local cultural identities for Monterey County youths and their communities. This will be achieved through customized mural art and academics, work experience, field trips and mentoring in creative thinking that will ultimately give these youths "one voice" towards the dreams of their future." [Included with the 1998 mural background information]
"The goal of the One Voice Arts and Leadership Program is to enhance our youth's cultural and social awareness. These leadership skills are achieved through mural art, academics,
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5. 2000 One Voice Murals Project Mural
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6. 2001 One Voice Murals Project Marker
At northeast corner of Front and Kidder Streets
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7. 2001 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
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8. 2002 One Voice Murals Project Marker
Marker is at the NW corner of Front and Soledad Streets
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9. 2002 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
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10. 2002 One Voice Murals Project Leaders
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11. 2002 One Voice Murals Project Leaders
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12. 2002 One Voice Murals Project "Valley" Marker
Marker is on the east wall of 431 Front Street
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13. 2002 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
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14. 2003 One Voice Murals Project Marker
On the east wall of 801 Front Street.
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15. 2003 One Voice Murals Project and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 3,337 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 24, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. submitted on March 25, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 14, 15. submitted on March 24, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
