MURAL

THATCHER - O’FARREL ALLEY PROJECT

Mural by Kim Bennett Porter

The Thatcher-O'Farrell Alley Project is located in the heart of Boise’s historic North End neighborhood. In the fall of 2023, Kim Bennett Porter completed a 18’ x 4’ mural dedicated to Gina Lockwood (champion of The Alley Project), her late partner “Jimmy Jet” and the variety of plants and animals that also call the alley home. In early 2022, at the prompting of Gina, residents of the alley agreed on a shared vision to turn its usable soil, odd shaped nooks, wonky fences and charming garage backsides into purposeful, inviting and communal spaces. Since then, community gardens have thrived, bearing two seasons of fruits, vegetables and herbs. An evolving children’s gallery of sculpture and art has been created under the direction of “the alley kids.” Colonies of bees have successfully become established and shared their honey. Community gatherings with live music, food and vendors have been enjoyed by local residents. Several new murals have been completed with more planned for the future.