There are a couple new murals going up as part of the City of ALbuquerque’s centennial Route 66 celebration near the intersection of Central Ave. and University Blvd. We sent photographer Roberto Rosales to snap some images of the works in progress.

  • If you were wondering what all the pink was near the intersection of Central and University wonder no more. Local Artis Travis Black continues to work on a mural as part of the city’s centennial celebration of Route 66 and it depicts a Lobo among other topics. Travis is collaborating with another local muralist Noé Barnett whose works have adorned the city and are recognisable by everyone.

  • Local Artist Travis Black continues to work on a mural near Central Avenue and University Wednesday afternoon. It’s part of the city’s centennial celebration of Route 66 and it depicts a Lobo among other topics. Travis is collaborating with another local artist Noé Barnett pictured on the right.
    Albuquerque, NM August 13, 2025.

  • A new mural in downtown Albuquerque, created by Jesse Littlebird and Thomas Christopher Haag, depicts the Native American buffalo across time alongside portals to the region’s landscapes. Haag explains the buffalo’s symbolism facing storms head-on as a metaphor for resilience. The piece, located at the El Rey Theater, is part of Albuquerque’s Route 66 centennial celebration, which now features about 23 artworks along the route.

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