Punto Urban Art Museum

Name: Punto Urban Art Museum
Address: 96 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA, 01970, US
Telephone: +19787458071
Price range: Not applicable
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Punto Urban Art Museum

PUAM is a mission-driven social justice art program of North Shore Community Development Coalition.

The Punto Urban Art Museum is a program of North Shore Community Development Coalition and is located in Salem, Massachusetts's Historic Point Neighborhood.

05/29/2025

🎨✨ Meet "Salem" – a Muñeca Sin Rostro doll envisioned by artist Ramón Santiago and inspired by the vibrant story of local youth Iverson.

This faceless doll celebrates Salem in all its colors — its diversity, joy, flavor, and the pride of those who call it home. Named Salem, she was born and raised here, and she wants the world to see just how full of life this city truly is.

💬 Artist Ramón Santiago shares:
"I love that this young man feels proud to be from Salem, and I want to help bring his story to life for the people of this city. I'm excited to learn more about it. I feel that Iverson wants to represent the colors, the joy, and the unique flavor of the people here — the way they cook, dance, and the charisma they carry. I was immediately drawn to his story and felt inspired to develop it with a sense of harmony that resonates with the residents of Salem."

🗓️ Visit Palmer Cove Park to see more Muñecas Sin Rostro sculptures in progress, and save the date for our inauguration celebration on June 14, from 2–6 PM! 🎉

🙏 We’d like to thank our generous funders who made this project possible: Salem Housing Authority, and

05/22/2025

Life is short… cake first. 🎂💥
On this World Baking Day, we’re taking a cue from artist , whose bold mural reminds us to savor joy, sweetness, and spontaneity — because why not start with dessert?
Celebrate the little things. Celebrate you. And yes — go ahead and eat the cake first.
📍Mural by Meg Zany at the Punto Urban Art Museum

05/20/2025

🚲 Happy Bike to Work Day!

Step inside Habanero Bikes and discover a stunning new indoor mural by artist Ramon Santiago . Created in collaboration with the shop owners, this piece captures the everyday rhythm of Salem—people walking, biking, and living life along the city’s iconic streets.

Painted with intention and local pride, the mural reflects the energy of the neighborhood and invites visitors to connect with a place they know and love in a whole new way.

🚴‍♀️ Bike to Work Day Tip:
Swing by Habanero Bikes for a quick break, a tune-up, or just to enjoy the mural indoors while celebrating your ride today. Support local and ride safe!

There a few more indoor murals happening in El Punto! stay tuned for more!

05/09/2025

"Vessel" by arcia is more than a mural — it's a deeply personal reflection on home, memory, and cultural identity. 🌾🎨

Inspired by Grande’s memoir A Dream Called Home, Amanda explores her own vision of belonging through the image of rice cooker — a humble, powerful signature of home in her life. “Vessel” invites us to consider how the everyday can hold deep emotional weight and generational connection.

Come experience this moving piece as part of our ongoing exhibition — on view now through fall at the Punto Urban Art Museum!

✨ Make a day of it and join us for one of our upcoming events:
🔹 Voices of Belonging – May 15, 5:30–7:30 PM
🔹 Restaurant & Mural Tour – May 22
🔹 Fiesta en la Calle – June 14 (with the unveiling of 7 new sculptures in Salem!)

🔗 See link in bio to RSVP and learn more.
Don’t miss the chance to witness these powerful stories of home, identity, and resilience.

05/08/2025

The Housing Lottery is officially open for the Residences at St. James and Hawthorne Lofts! 🏠

On Friday, May 9th PUAM at 5:30pm will host an information session about the housing lottery.

This info session will focus on Hawthorne Lofts, 29 apartments with a preference for artists, will be held at North Shore CDC's offices at 96 Lafayette Street in Salem, MA. ADA accessible.

Apply today by clicking the link in our bio.

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¡La Lotería de la Vivienda está oficialmente abierta para las Residencias de St. James y Hawthorne Lofts! 🏠

El viernes 9 de mayo, a las 17:30, PUAM organizará una sesión informativa sobre la lotería de la vivienda.

Esta sesión informativa se centrará en Hawthorne Lofts, 29 departamentos con preferencia para artistas, se realizará en las oficinas de North Shore CDC en 96 Lafayette Street en Salem, MA. Accesible a través de la ADA.

Presenta tu solicitud hoy mismo haciendo clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía.

05/06/2025

🎉 Celebrating Our Mural Ambassadors! 🎉

The Punto Urban Art Museum is more than murals—it’s a movement led by the people who call the Point home. Today, we celebrate our incredible Mural Ambassadors as they step into their roles as leaders of stories, art, and the vibrant history of our beloved neighborhood.

Meet one of our very own: local artist, resident and Mural Ambassador Josh Beckett 🖌️✨
Josh brings deep roots, creative brilliance, and a true love for this community into every mural tour and conversation. Today, he’s proudly sharing Generations by —an awe-inspiring mural created in 2023 that celebrates legacy, community, and the power of family.

These ambassadors are the heartbeat of the museum—connecting visitors to the power of public art, community pride, and the cultural legacy of El Punto.

El arte vive aquí. The stories start here.

05/04/2025

May the Force be with you as you explore this stunning piece of urban art!
Check out "Police Bots" at the crossing of Congress St. and Pickering Way, 01970 Salem, Massachusetts, USA.

05/02/2025

✨ Voices of Belonging is almost here! Join us at Casa de Abuela on May 15th, 5:30–7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening of cafecito, Latin bites, and powerful community storytelling.

🎤 Featuring voices from our very own neighbors — courageous, inspiring, and deeply personal stories that celebrate who we are.

This free event includes a special souvenir for all attendees!
RSVP now and come feel the magic.

05/01/2025

🌍 On , we celebrate the playful perspective of 🎨✨

With a twist of humor, Brillor transforms an everyday window into a giant smartphone screen. The larger-than-life “so-happy-I’m-crying” emoji peeks out from the alley, inviting us to smile, laugh, and explore the vibrant murals that brighten this often-overlooked space.

04/30/2025

Saludos from the State House! 🎨
Today, we're proudly advocating for the creative sector alongside our Embajadores — and sharing a heartwarming glimpse of Casa de Abuela with lawmakers and leaders.

This furniture isn’t just décor.
It comes directly from Casa de Abuela, a cultural placemaking installation in Salem, MA that invites you to step into a traditional Dominican country home. Every item is part of a living archive—carrying stories of migration, resilience, and cultural pride.

Why this matters:
Art and culture are not luxuries—they are essential tools for civic engagement, economic justice, and belonging. When we invest in the creative sector, we uplift families, honor immigrant histories, and empower future storytellers.

¡Mira, abuela! Tu historia se comparte en la capital de Massachusetts. 🪑🌻
Arts & culture live in our homes—not just in museums.

SUPPORT CULTURE.
FUND STORYTELLING.
INVEST IN THE ARTS.

04/22/2025

🌍 This , we honor — whose muse gently embraces a vibrant rooster, and whose art wraps the earth in love, color, and care. 🌸🐓

Through mosaic, dried botanicals, and reclaimed materials, she paints not just walls, but whole worlds — reminding us that nature is both canvas and collaborator.

04/17/2025

Julia Cseko, the creative force behind Voices of Belonging — an upcoming event that invites us all to reflect on the power of storytelling, identity, and community connection.
📅 Join us for Voices of Belonging
📍 Casa de Abuela, The Patio behind 98 Lafayette St., Salem, MA
May 15 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
✨ A heartfelt in-person gathering where stories of migration, identity, and shared humanity remind us all of what it means to belong.
Save your seat!
Come experience Julia’s gift for connection through storytelling — and be part of this unforgettable evening at Casa de Abuela, a space rooted in memory, culture, and community. 🌍❤️

Address

96 Lafayette Street
Salem, MA
01970

Telephone

+19787458071

Website

http://puntourbanartmuseum.org/

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The Punto Urban Art Museum is a project of North Shore Community Development Coalition and is located in Salem, Massachusetts's Historic Point Neighborhood.

Our vision is to create a world class urban arts district in Salem’s Point Neighborhood, one that embraces its rich immigrant and architectural history and presents a dynamic opportunity for the neighborhood’s future.