THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 10, 2025 Page 15 Walk the (Art) Line: Malden’s New Public Art Guide Is Now Available A free, new guidebook reveals the hidden world of the city’s public art, inviting visitors and residents to discover murals, sculptures and community projects across the city’s neighborhoods. Created to support a vision for a stronger cultural future, the guide offers the stories behind the artists and serves as a rallying call for keeping the arts vibrant and alive. By Lorna Garey D id you know that legendary minimalist Frank Stella, whose work “Point of Pines” sold for a then-record $28.08 million, was from Malden? And that he designed not one but two murals for his hometown? Malden is highlighting its identity as a cultural destination with the release of a free guide to the city’s public art, including the Stella murals. The booklet, a shared initiative between Creative Malden and Malden Arts, is available at The Gallery@57 now. “The two groups came together because we have that connection, that love of art, that love of public art, engaging the community, engaging these spaces,” said Grace Julian-Murthy, an artist and creative director for downtown art venue The Gallery@57. “It’s kind of a nice introduction to Malden overall, to be able to highlight pieces that orate on the booklet and is gearing up to further the city’s art they might not see in their everyday life.” Julian-Murthy pointed out that even longtime residents may find something new in areas where they don’t normally travel. There are sculptures and murals highlighted in the book that are tucked away throughout the city, such as Coytemore Lea Park’s “Wise Owl.” Ryan O’Malley, president of Malden Arts, said the 20-yearold group was happy to collabscene with new permanent art — sculptures, murals and community hubs — with some dynamic art installations also on the agenda. “I think that the arts in Malden has really changed the community for the better,” said O’Malley. “It makes it an interesting place to live, and it helps really strengthen the fabric of our community, but the proof is in the pudding. So getting people out to look at the art is the big thing.” This booklet aims to do just that by not only showing the range of art installations in the city but also discussing the artists, their motivations, and clueing readers in on the city’s ArtLine and the switchboxes and Little Free Libraries dotted around neighborhoods. There’s also a call to action on how to help keep the arts alive in Malden. Upcoming children’s programs at the Malden Public Library O The booklet complements Malden’s new Downtown Public Art Strategy, which was unveiled in August and includes an official inventory and map of existing installations. “We’re currently fundraising for a mini amphitheater that’s going to go along the bike path or adjacent to the bike path, where there’s going to be a stone in memory of Jeff Taylor, a community member and poet who was recently lost,” said O’Malley. “The organization received a grant for that project, and we’re continuing to fundraise.” Julian-Murthy says artists, or individuals or property owners looking to host a mural or other public art, or simply contribute, can reach out to either organization using the contact info in the booklet, or by dropping by The Gallery@57. “It’s great to be able to highlight all these different artists who have been able to enhance and beautify Malden, if but for a brief moment, because that’s sometimes what happens with public art,” said Julian-Murthy. “It really encourages people, I think, to stop and enjoy beauty in their everyday life. Maybe this is the start of something wonderful.” ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? A local company with a fleet shop is a busy, family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality transportation services and public State inspection services. We are seeking a talented Automotive Technician or mechanical knowledge to join our close-knit crew. If you are dependable and proficient in automotive technical work with a passion for excellent customer service, we want to talk to you. Location: Malden, MA h no! Did your child miss making SLIME or meeting the Museum of Science’s ROBOT DOG at the Malden Public Library? Stop by the library to pick up the October program calendar (or better yet, register to receive it by email) and never worry about missing a program again! Some of our upcoming children’s programs appear below. For more information, please call the Children’s Room at 781-388-0803. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME (ages 3-5): Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. SONG & RHYME TIME (ages 6 months–4): Tuesdays and alternating Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. BOOK BUNCH book club for 2nd & 3rd graders: 3rd Thursday (sign up required). BOOK SQUAD book club for 4th & 5th graders: 1st Thursday (sign up required). TEETH TIME (ages 5-7): Friday, October 17, at 3:00 p.m. LEGO CLUB (ages 5-10): Wednesday, October 22, at 3:00 p.m. MUSIC AT THE BLISSFUL (all ages): Saturday, October 25, at 3:00 p.m. HALLOWEEN CRAFT TIME (ages 3-10): Thursday, October 30, at 3:00 p.m. Job Description: * Be able to acquire and maintain a certification for the State Inspection License. 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