LaToya Peoples Chosen to Complete Twinbrook Annex Mural

LaToya People's proposed mural design celebrates Twinbrook's rich history and diverse culture through vibrant colors and symbolic elements. The design features three young people holding significant organic symbols. By incorporating the ideas and preferences of the community, the mural will serve as a visual representation of Twinbrook's identity, honoring its past while embracing its future.

Symbolic Elements: One figure will be holding a blossoming flower, symbolizing the beauty and growth of Twinbrook. A second child holds an ear of corn, representing the Piscataway Natives, the original inhabitants of Rockville, and their connection to and stewardship of the land. The third child holds a daffodil, a symbol of rebirth, potential, and the arrival of spring.

Background: The background depicts an idealized scene inspired by the original two streams of Twinbrook and the Higgins family farm. It also serves as a tribute and homage to the enslaved peoples who played a vital role in clearing the land and shaping Twinbrook's history.

Community Engagement Process: The figures in the design will act as placeholders, and a community engagement process will be implemented to involve the community in finding appropriate photos or community members to model the figures after. Similarly, the flowers can be changed to ones that hold more significance and meaning to the community. To ensure community involvement, various strategies will be employed, including online surveys, in-person and phone interviews, and attending community meetings. This engagement process will create opportunities for community members to share memories, stories, cultural history, and values. By actively engaging the community, the mural will be a collective creation that resonates with the people of Twinbrook.