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What is your first and last name?
James Galbraith
What are your preferred pronouns?
He/him/his
What city or village do you live in?
[534]Does your neighborhood have a name? If so what is it?
[535]Are you connected with anyone in your local government?
[536]Are you applying as a business owner, artist, non-profit, DDA, or Commercial Improvement District?
[280]Where will your project take place?
Benton Harbor
Briefly describe your project idea:
My name is James Galbraith and I am a small business owner in Benton Harbor, MI. With your help we would be able to install an art piece that wraps around the restaurant that showcases the Arts District and its roots. Years ago this area was a huge fruit market and we would like to paint its history
How will you be involved in this project? Who will you worth with?
This art installation will be a center focus for the new neighborhood. We are becoming a destination and would love to add to the vibrant community and display its rich history for visitors to enjoy.
Describe the artist’s or artists’ work. This is not about credentials—what do they do as an artist?
Kim is does amazing murals in our area. From realistic to abstract.
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Why does your community need this project?
This community is having a renaissance after years of struggle and we would love to showcase its rich history.
What do you hope to achieve through this project?
We hope to expand the radius of our small arts district. This mural will encourage more foot traffic and give the community a place to sit and eat outside as well. There are many local business in our downtown area and very few outdoor seating areas.
How do you plan to spend the $5,000 microgrant?
The grant money would go directly to shading the area and painting a wrap around mural on the busiest round about in our downtown area.
What resources do you already have to make this project successful? Resources could include things like time, partners, expertise, donated goods/materials/space, matching funds, and more. Please approximate the in-kind value if possible.
This grant will not be able to cover the total amount of our project but it will be able to help with a large portion. The property owner along with myself will also be putting in all that we can. Working with a local artist as well to make this installation possible. And hopefully your help as well
Will your project require special permits from the community you are in? For example, anything that requires a street closure or installing a permanent art piece will likely require a special permit from your local governing body or zoning board. If your project is funded, the MML Foundation is happy to help you navigate that process. Please note that all applicants must obtain any necessary permits for their projects, if selected for funding. *
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Anticipated project launch date:
July 15, 2023
Will you serve as the primary point of contact for this application?
[291]Lead Artist First and Last Name:
Kim Wood
Lead Artist Website (If Applicable):
http://www.theseventhstudio.com
Business 1: Business Name:
Anemel
Business 1: Business Type:
Restaurant
Business 1: Business Owner First and Last Name:
James Galbraith
Business 1: Physical Location Address
225 East Main St.
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Business 2: Business Name:
Greenspan Construction
Business 2: Business Type:
Construction Company
Business 2: Business Owner First and Last Name:
Shane Franks
Business 2: Business Physical Location Address:
259 water st. Benton Harbor MI, 49022
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[326]Business 3: Physical Location Address
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[336]Image Caption 1 (if any): Wall for mural
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Image Caption 2 (if any): This was our historical building in the 40’s
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Image Caption 3 (if any): Another picture connected to mural wall
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Image Caption 4 (if any): Shade work progress
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Image Caption 5 (if any): Mural will be on this backside as well
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