Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center

Introduction: Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center was established in 1977 and is currently located in San Francisco's Mission District. It is a multipurpose community-based arts organization that has played an integral role in the city's cultural heritage and arts education. As one of only three community mural centers in the United States, the organization sponsors and implements ongoing mural projects throughout the Bay Area and internationally. In addition, it has a direct impact on arts education in the San Francisco Mission District by offering four weekly art classes for children and youth (18 months through 19 years) and other classes for adults. These classes and community mural projects enable children and youth to develop their individuality and confidence through creative activities and to experience unifying and positive social interaction through collaboration.