Dynamic art, from community clay stomping disks to murals depicting Manitowoc's heritage and pride, await visitors to this maritime capitol. Indeed, the 7-panel mural created by Caryl Yasko for City Hall appears to rise from lake Michigan at dawn to transport you from the great ship-building era into manufacturing and, as dusk arrives, to witness the strength and vision of the city's great people. Guiding you is a mythical figure named "Pride."

Across the street see wall murals portraying 3 generations of maritime history. Yasko also called upon children and seniors alike to inspire the delightful and whimsical rotunda mural called "Brainstorm" in our new library. Look for your favorite childhood hero or rhyme.

Our people became one with their art, literally from head to toe, at a clay stomp directed by artist Joel Pfeiffer that produced five disks near the entry to the Rahr-West Art Museum, our premiere showcase of all types of fine art in an exquisite mansion. And as you drive our historic downtown, note the colorful wooden trophy fish hung from our light poles; no two alike.

Manitowoc artist John Peroutka stands in front of a portion of the mural he created for the Wisconsin Maritime Museum's new Children's Waterway Room, sponsored by Burger Boat.