In the fall of 2024, the Mulvane Chamber of Commerce launched a vibrant new initiative that beautifully blends public art, local pride, and childhood literacy. The Mulvane Street Banner & Book Promotion Project features 55 banners installed throughout downtown and key corridors, each showcasing watercolor illustrations from One Boy Watching by local author and illustrator Grant Snider.

Snider’s artwork—drawn from his memories of riding the school bus through Mulvane—creates a heartfelt visual tribute to our small-town charm. Businesses were invited to sponsor a banner featuring their name and also had the opportunity to donate books to local students. Thanks to their generosity, 422 books were gifted to every student in Pre-K through 2nd grade at Munson Primary School, helping foster a lifelong love of reading.

This collaborative project not only beautifies Mulvane for residents and visitors but also inspires children to dream big and see their hometown as a place full of possibility. The banners will remain displayed for three years, serving as a welcoming visual for our town and a reminder of the creativity and connection that makes Mulvane so special.

Check out the article from the Derby Informer here.

📸 Scroll down to view photos of the banners, installation day, and book deliveries to students!