Poppy mural painting

A Community Masterpiece

A huge wall (284 feet to be exact) behind the Arco Station at 1405 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118 got a bright and beautiful makeover in August 2025! Thank you to everyone who joined us in bringing the Poppy Mural to life! With the support of Mayor Matt Mahan, Vice Mayor Pam Foley, the team at city hall and over 100 enthusiastic participants, this project blossomed into something truly special. 

A heartfelt shout-out goes to Karen, our artistic lead, whose vision and dedication carried the project from concept to completion. We’re incredibly grateful for her creativity and tireless effort.

Thank you again to everyone who helped make this happen; the mural already stands as a vibrant symbol of community spirit and collaboration. We couldn’t have done it without you.

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📚 Read The Poppy Mural Project

2026 One year anniversary of our beautiful poppy mural

August 2025 Poppy Mural Painting

“This is a beautiful mural . . . thanks to all the families and neighbors who rolled up their sleeves to build community and make this corner of San Jose more beautiful.” — Mayor Matt Mahan, City of San Jose

"The mural looks great and filled my heart with joy. Great work — Reed Neighbors — for the vision, the art, the beauty and the execution. Proud to know you all." — Vice Mayor Pam Foley, District 9

“Saturday ranks up there with my 'best days' to be in public service! Thank you for your vision and the collaboration and energy to bring it to life." — Scott Hughes, Chief of Staff, Office of Vice Mayor Pam Foley, District 9

“It was heartwarming to see the community come together to create something beautiful. With color, smiles and a little bit of sweat they made the wall bloom!“ — Karen A., San Jose Arts Commissioner and Reed Neighbors volunteer

“The organizers made it so easy. Everyone channeled their artistic talents (even if they didn’t think they had any!) and dove in. Time flew by and viola! We had a great looking mural. It’s pretty darn cool when a neighborhood can come together and do something like this.” — Maria G-S., Willowview Dr.

"What a beautiful entrance to our neighborhood now behind the ARCO station. Really eye catching, stunning and whimsical. It was great fun to work with everyone." — Candace R., Willowgate Dr.

"What a perfect weekend project painting this beautiful mural with my daughter! It was a great reminder that when we come together, we can create something beautiful." — Darla O., who volunteered with her daughter, Ella, D10 residents

“The mural project was a powerful example of community spirit with more than 100 people coming together, picking up a paintbrush and making a real difference in our neighborhood.” — Vikki B., Reed Neighbors volunteer