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The Road That Made Us by Demi Lauren — full elevation at Market Street and Manchester Boulevard

The Road That Made Us

Demi Lauren · Photo: John Gaylord · johngaylordphotography.com (opens in a new tab)

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Slide 1 of 3: The Road That Made Us by Demi Lauren

Public art

Global Village Murals

A permanent IOS initiative

As Inglewood prepares for the global spotlight of FIFA 2026, the Super Bowl in 2027 and the LA28 Olympics, IOS has launched a landmark mural initiative to showcase the city's rich cultural legacy — a premier visual gateway at the high-traffic intersection of Market Street and Manchester Boulevard, directly beneath the ‘Sports and Entertainment’ digital billboard, transforming three prominent commercial buildings into historic canvases.

Grand Griots

In West African tradition, the Griot is the keeper of history and the weaver of community stories. As lead muralists, IOS’s Grand Griots are tasked with translating Inglewood’s soul into a permanent landmark. By looking back at our foundations, they help us see the way forward.

The three murals

Three artists. One intersection.

Where to find them

Market St. + Manchester Blvd.

All three murals are visible from the street at any hour.

Directions (opens in a new tab)

Address

Market Street and Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood

The murals sit at the high-traffic intersection of Market Street and Manchester Boulevard, directly beneath the “Sports and Entertainment” digital billboard. Walk the corner to see all three.

Market Street + Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA

Partners

Commissioned with

Photographs by John Gaylord · johngaylordphotography.com (opens in a new tab). Images may not be used without written permission.