San Antonio's Pearl debuts 'Strong Mujer' mural in observation of Women’s History Month

The mural lights up to enable nighttime selfies.

By Nina Rangel on Fri, Mar 11, 2022 at 3:04 pm

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The Pearl's new “Strong Mujer” installation is located near the CIA's outdoor kitchen. - PHOTO COURTESY PEARL

Photo Courtesy Pearl

The Pearl's new “Strong Mujer” installation is located near the CIA's outdoor kitchen.

Downtown multi-use retail development the Pearl has unveiled an Instagram-worthy mural in celebration of Women’s History Month.

The installation, entitled “Strong Mujer,” was created by Martha Martinez-Flores of creative consulting studio MM Creative. Located near the Culinary Institute of America's outdoor kitchen, the piece features vibrant color and illuminates at sunset for optimum selfie action.

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The mural lights up so it's available for nighttime selfies. - COURTESY PHOTO / THE PEARL

Courtesy Photo / The Pearl

The mural lights up so it's available for nighttime selfies.

The mural is available for viewing until March 28.

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