La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012 Mural

Can a mural whisper tales of a century? Here at La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012, it certainly does. This mural, nestled along Avenue Berthelot near Place Jean Macé in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement, isn’t just paint on a wall. It’s a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of a hundred years of history. La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012 stretches along the railway wall, embracing the arches that frame the tracks. It’s a journey through time, told in 24 “travelogue” sketches. Each panel captures a moment, a place, an event that shaped this district. The mural whispers stories of the Guillotière and Gerland neighborhoods. It speaks of bridges built and rivers tamed, of industries that roared to life and universities that fostered minds. Look closely, and you’ll see the echoes of the Resistance, the energy of sporting events, even the iconic Citroën garage and the Piscine du Rhône. La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012 is more than just a visual spectacle. It’s a collaborative masterpiece, born from the memories of the people who call this arrondissement home. It was inaugurated in June 2012, a grand celebration of the 7th arrondissement’s centennial. The mural was envisioned by the city of Lyon and brought to life by CitéCréation, with the help of six young graduates from Lyon’s Emile-Cohl art school. They transformed 144 square meters of wall into a living history book, using 150 kilograms of paint to tell a story that spans generations. La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012 isn’t just about the past. One panel looks towards the future, a future built on shared dreams and collective action. As you stand here, let your imagination wander. Hear the whispers of history in the rustle of leaves, the rumble of trains, and the laughter of children playing nearby. La Fresque du Centenaire 1912-2012 invites you to become a part of its story, a story that continues to unfold with every passing day.