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BEMUS POINT – The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth and the Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development will begin work on a new public art mural at the Bemus Point Village Hall, 13 Alburtus Ave., Bemus Point, on Thursday, Sept. 24.
Michael Ferrarell, a Chicago-based artist who works for Anytown Mural & Sign Co., will begin work at the mural site on Thursday, Sept. 24, as part of the 2026 Paint CHQ mural program, an initiative dedicated to enhancing communities across Chautauqua County through transformative public art.
Community members and visitors can stop by the site during the painting process to watch the artwork take shape.
As part of the project, the public is invited to attend an artist talk on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 6 p.m. at The Landing at Bemus Point, 59 Lakeside Dr. Ferrarell will share insights into the mural’s design, creative inspiration and artistic process. The project will conclude with a mural dedication event on Saturday, Oct. 3, at 4 p.m. at the mural site.
“Paint CHQ continues to demonstrate how public art can serve as a catalyst for community engagement, placemaking, and economic development,” said Rebecca Wurster, planning coordinator for Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth and the Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development. “We are excited to bring our fifth mural to Chautauqua County through the Paint CHQ program. We hope the mural at Village Hall brings additional foot traffic to Main Street and Alburtus Avenue, creates a unique experience in the Village's public realm, and generates additional patronage for local businesses. I believe this mural will be another wonderful addition to Bemus Point's quality of life, generate excitement among local residents, and continue to enhance community pride.”