Walk Downtown, Paint a Mural: Two Focused Hours of Public Art in Augusta

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Walk Downtown, Paint a Mural: Two Focused Hours of Public Art in Augusta

A guided, two-hour walking tour of Downtown Augusta’s sculptures and murals that finishes with a hands-on mural painting session led by local artist Baruti Tucker.

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Walk Downtown, Paint a Mural: Two Focused Hours of Public Art in Augusta.

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Location
Augusta
Operator
The Greater Augusta Arts Council
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Downtown Augusta unfolds as a compact gallery of painted walls and freestanding sculpture: a short, pedestrian route that threads together public artworks before depositing participants into the Humanitree House studio for a guided, hands-on mural session and a cold-pressed juice.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

A tightly concentrated walking route of murals and sculptures

The tour covers about four city blocks on foot, stopping at prominent murals and public sculptures that punctuate Downtown Augusta’s streetscapes.

THE HANDS-ON

Paint a portion of a mural with a local artist

The experience concludes indoors at Humanitree House, where guests paint a portion of a mural under the guidance of local artist and business owner Baruti Tucker while enjoying a bottled cold-pressed juice.

THE PRACTICAL ART LESSON

Learn the nuts and bolts of public art

Alongside viewing work, the tour offers practical insight into what it takes to produce public murals and sculptures in a working downtown context.

What the day feels like

What the experience feels like

Over two hours you move deliberately through a compact downtown loop, pausing to view and discuss murals and sculptures, then transition indoors for a focused, supervised painting session at Humanitree House led by Baruti Tucker — a hands-on close to a short, walkable art promenade.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Active FamiliesGood fit for families with children aged 10 and older — the program’s minimum age is 10, and the short walking distance keeps the outing manageable for older kids.
2
Art Lovers & MakersIdeal for visitors who want both art interpretation and a practical studio session: you’ll view public works and then participate in painting a mural portion guided by a local artist.
3
Small Groups & BookingsGroups are welcome, but groups of eight or more should contact the Greater Augusta Arts Council to coordinate; note the tour also requires a minimum number to run.
4
Less-Mobile TravelersNot ideal for those with limited mobility: the route is on foot across several downtown blocks and includes standing during the studio painting segment.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes meant for walking; bring sunscreen or a hat.

On-Foot Distance

The tour travels by foot for about four city blocks.

Clothing Tips

Dress for walking and changing weather; studio painting takes place indoors, but the route between stops is exposed.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour is two hours long.

What age is appropriate?

The tour is suitable for ages 10 and up.

Where does the tour start?

On Saturdays the tour starts at 879 Broad St. at the Spirit of Funk James Brown Mural; on Tuesdays it starts at Augusta Common at 836 Reynolds St.

Will I get to paint?

Yes—guests will be able to paint a portion of a mural during the indoor session led by local artist Baruti Tucker.

Is a refreshment provided?

Participants enjoy a bottled cold-pressed juice of their choice during the experience.

What if I’m booking a larger group?

If you are booking for eight or more, contact the Greater Augusta Arts Council at 706-826-4702 or email [email protected].