Kew Junction Street Art Walk

Kew Junction Street Art Walk created by City of Boroondara

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Summary

Kew Junction is home to a wealth of history and culture. Perhaps most striking is the array of murals and artworks to enjoy as you stroll through one of Melbourne's most vibrant shopping precincts.

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Suitable for all, especially the little ones, this walk will take you past 12 select art installations spread across a shopping precinct equipped to satisfy all needs.

Kew Junction features a destination for all occasions, including:
- A diverse range of restaurants featuring a variety of international cuisines
- Quintessentially Melbourne cafes
- Fabulous retail stores
- Services and amenities including a Public Toilet at 2 Walpole St, Kew VIC 3101

Additionally, Kew Junction is accessible via Public Transport, and is close to nearby Parks and Gardens and the Kew Library. The famous 109 Tram runs through Kew Junction on High Street.

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Points of Interest

1. Monkey

A monkey hanging on a pipe! The animals along this walk were painted by Marco Pennacchia, a sculptor and oil painter, now turned visual artist with the support of Urban Art Agency, Mamam.

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2. Brougham Street mural

Completed Jan, 2021. This mural is a collaboration between Jeswri, Holly Walton, Endeavour Foundation and Q Art Gallery. Installation of this mural was achieved with the support of City of Boroondara.

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3. Cat

A prowling cat.

4. Horse

A horse in a stable.

5. Elephant

An elephant with an interesting trunk.

6. Giraffe

A baby giraffe.

7. Koala

A koala hanging on to a pipe.

8. Meerkats

A family of meerkats.

9. Now & Then Cafe mural

Completed July 2021. This mural was designed and painted by Salad Bowl and managed by Mamam. Brief to the artist was to bring life to a laneway that was concrete on all sides.

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