Krog Street Tunnel facts for kids
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The Krog Street Tunnel is a special tunnel in Atlanta, Georgia. It's famous for its amazing street art, which covers almost every surface inside. This tunnel connects three neighborhoods: Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, and Inman Park.
Many people love to use the tunnel. It's a very popular spot for cyclists and people walking. There are plans for the tunnel to become part of the BeltLine, a big trail system in Atlanta. This would allow bikers and walkers to easily cross an area called Hulsey Yard.
The Art of the Tunnel
The Krog Street Tunnel is like a giant, ever-changing art gallery. Artists and creative people are allowed to paint on its walls. This means the artwork is always new and different. You might see colorful murals, interesting messages, or cool drawings. It's a place where artists can share their ideas freely.
People often visit just to see the latest art. It's a unique spot that shows off Atlanta's creative spirit. The tunnel is a living canvas that changes every day.
A Protest in 2014
In October 2014, something happened that made many people in the community upset. A group planned a special party called a masquerade inside the tunnel. This party was going to be private, and people needed tickets to get in.
The local neighborhood group voted against the party. They felt it wasn't a good idea. However, the city still gave permission for the event to happen. This made the neighbors angry because they wouldn't be able to use their beloved tunnel during the party.
An artist named Peter Ferarri explained why artists were upset. He said they didn't like that their artwork was being used to help sell tickets to a private party. The artists felt they weren't being respected or paid for their work.
The "Gray Out" Protest
Because of this anger, about one hundred protesters gathered on October 22, 2014. They decided to take action. At 10 PM, they started painting over all the colorful art in the tunnel. They used gray paint to cover everything.
Their goal was to make the tunnel completely art-less for the masquerade party. This protest showed how much the community cared about the tunnel and its art. It was a powerful way for them to show their disapproval of the private event.
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Colorful artwork inside the Krog Street Tunnel.
