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TAHOE CITY, Calif. — Kelly Brothers Painting is proud to have supported the creation of two vibrant new public art installations along the Truckee River Trail by professionally prepping and priming the concrete tunnel walls ahead of the artists’ work. The completed large-scale murals were officially unveiled during a community ribbon-cutting celebration on Friday, Oct. 30, along the Tahoe Rim Trail on the south side of the Truckee River near the 64 Acres trailhead.
The Truckee River Murals project was brought to life through a collaborative effort led by Placer County, the North Tahoe Community Alliance, Arts For The Schools, participating local artists, and community business partners. Designed to celebrate the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and unique ecosystem of the North Lake Tahoe region, the murals transform a heavily traveled pedestrian and cycling corridor into an immersive public art experience.
To ensure the artwork can withstand the harsh High Sierra winters and fluctuating seasonal temperatures, Kelly Brothers Painting donated crew time and expertise to thoroughly clean, prep, and prime the concrete walls—creating a smooth, durable foundation for the muralists.
“As a local company deeply rooted in the Truckee-Tahoe community, we jump at any opportunity to help make our public spaces more vibrant and welcoming,” said Kevin Kelly of Kelly Brothers Painting. “Any lasting paint job—especially a piece of public art exposed to Tahoe’s elements—starts with thorough surface preparation. Our crew was honored to prep and prime the walls so these talented artists had the best possible canvas to showcase the beauty of our region. We’re proud to play a part in a project that locals and visitors will enjoy along the river trail for years to come.”
Alongside Placer County, the North Tahoe Community Alliance, and Arts For The Schools, the project was supported by several local organizations and businesses, including the Tahoe City Public Utility District, Truckee Tahoe Lumber Company, Mountain Hardware and Sports, and Reno Truckee Carson Paint Mart.
Community members and visitors can view the newly completed murals along the Truckee River Trail / Tahoe Rim Trail just south of the 64 Acres parking lot in Tahoe City.
About Kelly Brothers Painting
Serving the Truckee-Tahoe and Greater Reno areas, Kelly Brothers Painting is a premier residential and commercial painting contractor specializing in interior and exterior painting, custom wood staining, fine finishes, drywall, and protective coatings. Committed to craftsmanship and community stewardship, Kelly Brothers Painting takes pride in protecting and beautifying spaces across Northern California and Northern Nevada. For more information or to request a free estimate, visit our Contact Us page or call (530) 550-0806 in Truckee or (775) 832-0806 in Reno.
