Warren County Government is inviting residents to help shape a new public art piece by voting for their favorite mural design.

The poll opens this Friday, April 4, during the Statewide Star Party and will determine the artwork that will adorn the Magnolia Ernest Recreation Center pool building. The mural will celebrate the history and legacy of Soul City, a pioneering planned community founded in the 1970s with a vision of Black empowerment and economic opportunity.

Residents can cast their votes online via the Warren County Government Facebook page or website, as well as in person at the Statewide Star Party on April 4 or at the Warren County Memorial Library. Voting will close on April 14, with the winning design announced via Facebook Live on April 17.

The mural is part of artist Max Dowdle’s Legacy NC project, an initiative aiming to create public murals in all 100 North Carolina counties. Each mural highlights local history and unsung heroes, weaving a visual narrative that connects communities across the state. The two designs up for consideration were developed through collaboration between Dowdle, a committee of Soul City residents and community leaders, and members of the Warren County arts community.

Beyond selecting the design, residents will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the mural’s creation. Community members are invited to take part in the painting process, further embedding local pride and participation into the project.

The Warren County Facebook page and website will soon have details on how to sign up for the painting experience.

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Phase one renovations of the Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park in the Soul City community are complete and to celebrate, Warren County is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 1st at 10am.

In 2020, Warren County received a grant award from North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund to assist with renovations at Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park.

Phase one included renovations to the basketball and tennis courts, upgrades to the pump house electrical, and adding an additional paved walking area.

The day’s festivities will include free activities following the ribbon cutting until 11:30 am such as:

Tie-dye T-shirts: participants can make their own (while supplies last)

Tennis courts: racquets and balls available to use, as well as door prizes

Basketball court: basketballs available, as well as youth shooting station for prizes

Free ice-cream (while supplies last)

The Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park is located at 252 Duke Dr., Norlina, NC.

Phase two renovations will include picnic shelter and bathhouse renovations.

: Renovated tennis and basketball courts at Magnolia Ernest Recreation Park / provided by Warren County NC Government

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