Reviewed by: Michael Seale
Have you found the hidden Mae Jemison art trail?
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There are 7 new murals spread throughout Big Spring Park commemorating the North Alabama astronaut and first African American woman in space, Mae Jemison.
Look for the electrical boxes
The murals, created by Huntsville artist Jessie Andrews, are painted on electrical boxes throughout Big Spring Park and are part of a new segment of the Downtown Huntsville Secret Art Trail.
The colorful murals feature unique artwork and quotes by Mae Jemison and other significant astronauts.
If you’ve got a sharp eye you should be able to spot all the murals while walking around the lake, but if you need a little assistance there’s a map available here!
Who is Mae Jemison?
Dr. Mae Jemison became the first African American woman in space when she flew aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992.
Mae was born in Decatur, raised in Chicago and has degrees in chemical engineering, African studies and a doctorate in medicine.
Outside of the space and medical fields, Mae has appeared on Star Trek: The Next Generation, published children’s books and started a non-profit educational foundation.
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