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“The ‘Friends of Cape Verdean Culture Committee,’ of which Lt. Scott Carola is a member, is proud to reveal the end result of its “Band club” mural project this Friday, October 21st, at 3 pm, at 185 Acushnet Ave.
Last year, the committee was formed with the intent of identifying local artists to create a mural on the side of the historic “Cape Verdean Ultra Marine Band Club”. Opened in 1917, the club has been a hub of music and culture for over a century. It is the oldest Cape Verdean club in the country.
Through generous grants and donations, the committee was able to secure the talents of local artists Eden Soares and Adrian Tio who completed the mural over the summer. The work depicts the migration of the Cape Verdean people from the islands to American shores, their contributions to our community, and their rich culture.
The committee invites the public to this formal unveiling as they introduce the artists and are joined by local community leaders for this historic event.” -New Bedford Police Department.
