On Sunday, August 25, the Merage JCC in Irvine was host to a full day event featuring speakers, art activities, and live mural painting in celebration of the 2025 Jewish Street Art Festival. We were joined by artists from all years of the Festival and other special guests.
“House of Prayer” by Hillel Smith at Congregation B’nai Israel (CBI) in Tustin is the largest mural ever produced for the Jewish Street Art Festival. The text reads: “a house of prayer for all people,” a paraphrase of Isaiah 56:7 that speaks to the value of inclusivity
“Shir Ha-Ma’alot” by Alexander Golob at Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot in Irvine gives new form to its namesake prayer through a textured woven wooden mural.