BISON MURAL

Located at: 618 Main St. Miles City, MT

The inaugural MCDAW mural was installed on the northeast facade of the historic Bison Bar in August 2024.

HIDDEN OBJECTS:

Throughout the mural, a variety of objects were hidden by the painter that hold meaning for the folks involved in this mural’s installation:

Ladybug • Hershey Chocolate Bar • Cat • Needle & Thread Spool • Magpie • Bumblebee • Morel Mushrooms • Kingsfoil • Cicada • Mayfly • Dog • Orval Frady’s Signature

THE ARTIST:

A local Miles City Artist, Keely Perkins is a painter and ceramicist whose vibrant colors and intentionality distinguishes her unique style. As the owner of Which Craft Studio, she teaches a variety of art classes to all ages. To purchase merchandise, commission her work, take a class, or learn more about Keely, visit her social media pages on Facebook @keelyperkins & @keelyperkinsart & Instagram @keelyperkins

MADE POSSIBLE BY:

Montana Community Foundation Community Investment Program by Grid United

Bobcat of Miles City | C&J Electric | Merritt Built Construction | Miles City Live | Miles City Area Chamber of Commerce | SDI Architects + Design

Installed by Keely Perkins, Mikki Jo McFarland & Kelsey Merritt in 2024