Shelley Lake Trail Artwork

Sam Greene Mural

Artist Sam Greene created the latest mural in 2024. Greene's concept was to embrace the aspects of the man-made structure and transform it into an artifact of the past, much like Greek pottery. The mural narrative showcases the wildlife of Shelley lake and their habitat in a unique style. 

This project was supported by Raleigh Water, Raleigh Parks, Raleigh Arts and the Sertoma Arts Center

Robyn Scott & Quest Mural

In December 2023 artist Robyn Scott, led a mural project for Quest, a City of Raleigh day program for adults with disabilities. The 15 participants showed their artistic talents by painting a series of coneflowers and daisies as part of Scott's mural design. The painting is the third mural completed to improve the appearance of sewer-devices along the trail. 

Communication Board by Robyn Scott

Artist Robyn Scott worked with Sertoma Arts Center staff to create a communication board for children and their families to use at the playground. The illustrations can be pointed to  make communication easier for everyone who visits the playground.  The boards  were installed in late spring 2024. 

Margaret Hand & Autism Society Mural

This mural was created in 2022 by the Autism Society of North Carolina. Day program participants worked with artist Margaret Hand to create a mural that states "All Hands on Deck" over colorful handprints. 

Calvin Ulrich Mural

Calvin Ulrich created a mural on a sewer device along Shelley Lake Greenway trail in 2023. This project, a collaboration between Raleigh Arts and Raleigh Water, showcases Shelley Lake Park, home to Sertoma Arts Center, as an arts destination while highlighting the importance of well-maintained sewers.

“Etazin Circle" Sculpture by Kathleen Werner

"Etazin Circle" is a sculpture by  Kathleen Werner commissioned for the park in 2022.  The artwork, an interactive sculpture that is also an outdoor lounge chair, was installed along the trail in 2024. Visitors who choose to lounge on the piece get to enjoy a view of the lake as well as immerse themselves in the artwork. 

View the Municipal Art Collection online. 

"Square Root of Two" by William G. Richardson

The "Square Root of Two" sculpture by artist William G. Richardson is made of welded steel. It was completed in 1976 and added to Raleigh's Municipal Art Collection in 1982. The abstract, geometric sculpture is currently located near the Arts Center entrance, but plans are in motion to place it along the trail next year. 

Endangered "Canis Rufus" by Rhea Roselynn Ormond

Endangered "Canis Rufus"  by Rhea Roselynn Ormond was created as part of the Raleigh Arts Commission's Red Wolf Ramble. More than 90 artists were commissioned for the project and the first Red Wolf sculptures were installed in September 2001. An auction fundraiser raised  $155,000 for 30 local charities.

The Commission chose the red wolf because it is an endangered species indigenous to North Carolina.