Our History
The National Society of Mural Painters (NSMP) is an organization whose major concern is the advancement of techniques and standards for the design and execution of mural art for the enrichment of architecture in the United States. Originally known as The Mural Painters, the society was founded in 1895 by a group of artists including John W. Alexander, Kenyon Cox, Edwin Blashfield, and John LaFarge.
🎨 Mural Art
Advancing the techniques and standards of mural painting since 1895.
🏛️ Public Spaces
Creating monumental works for courthouses, libraries, churches, and civic buildings.
🤝 Community
A diverse group of national and international artists qualified by application.
About NSMP
NSMP collaborated with the Fine Arts Section of the Treasury Department, the Arts Project of the WPA, and the design boards of several World's Fairs. As a member of Artists for Victory, NSMP was allied with activities connected with World War II.
NSMP is a member of the Fine Arts Federation of New York. For over one hundred years, members of NSMP have created significant and monumental works of art across the country — in hospitals, schools, office buildings, churches, temples, public buildings, playgrounds, and theatres.
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