The purpose of this mural is to celebrate Orange Mound's rich heritage and inspire younger generations to strive for greatness. To achieve this goal, the mural will reflect Orange Mound's roots as a slave plantation as well as its beginnings as a residential community for people of color following the Civil War. The mural will recognize individuals who made significant contributions to their respective disciplines. The mural will also depict images that showcase the vibrant spirit of Orange Mound.
-Rochelle Stevens, Olympic gold medalist
-Dr. Alvin Crawford, orthopedic surgeon
-Larry Finch, standout basketball player (Melrose High/Memphis State University)
-Tyler Glover, Sr., entrepreneur/ honorary Mayor of Orange Mound
-Orange Mound Park
-M. J. Edwards, entrepreneur/philanthropist
-Ruby J. Payne, educator
-Larry Riley, Broadway/movie/television actor
-Andre Lott, NFL player
-Ralph Wiley, esteemed author/ESPN and SI journalist
-Bingo Smith, NBA player
-8Ball + MJG, musicians
-Fred Davis, Civil Rights activist/entrepreneur
-Judge Otis Higgs, Shelby County Criminal Court judge/minister/interim Sheriff/attorney
-Chancellor Walter Evans, attorney