The County of Bucks recently unveiled a new mural in the County Administration Building in Doylestown, titled “Bucks County: Rooted in Peace, Justice and Community.”  

The mural, located on the first floor of the building, celebrates the county’s dedication to promoting justice and fairness.  

“It is art that really shows us who we are and shows us who we can be,” said Commissioner Chair Bob Harvie. 

Philadelphia artist Kala Hagopian and her team at Hagopian Arts painted and installed the mural.

The artists worked with human services co-responders, police officers, probation officers, social workers and community members on the piece. Over the course of three community painting sessions, these individuals strengthened relationships and bonded over the experience. 

The mural features iconic symbols of the county, including portraits of the author Pearl S. Buck and Harriet Tubman, as Bucks County was an important stop on the Underground Railroad.  

The artists also included other images like the Delaware River, Fonthill Castle and children speaking with police officers.

“I’m really grateful that you trusted me with this vision, and being able to express your community values and really paint a picture, literally, of Bucks County and connection between all facets of the people who live here and come into this building,” Hagopian said.  

Read more about the new Bucks County mural and the community effort that brought it to life in The Independence.

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