Final Phase of ‘Glass Ceiling’ Mural Honoring Evelyn Gandy Unveiled in Hattiesburg
The final phase of the "Glass Ceiling" mural, honoring Hattiesburg native Evelyn Gandy, has been unveiled in downtown Hattiesburg. The three-phase public art project, located on the side of Sugar Daddy’s Bakery on Batson Street, is the city’s 58th mural…
Hattiesburg Laurel, MS, November 10, 2026 — The final phase of the “Glass Ceiling” mural project has been unveiled in downtown Hattiesburg, celebrating the legacy of Hattiesburg native Evelyn Gandy.
This marks the completion of a significant public art initiative located on the side of Sugar Daddy’s Bakery on Batson Street. The unveiling signifies the culmination of a three-phase effort designed to honor local heritage and inspire the community.
The “Glass Ceiling” mural is recognized as the 58th mural to be added to the city’s public art landscape. The project involved a collaborative approach, drawing on the talents of local artists. Additionally, the initiative provided an opportunity for community engagement, with dozens of young women from area schools contributing to its development.
The specific details regarding the timeline of each phase, the names of the contributing local artists, or the precise nature of the young women’s contributions were not provided in the summary. Information about the mural’s design or specific artistic elements is also not detailed.
The project’s completion contributes to Hattiesburg’s growing collection of public art installations, intended to enrich the urban environment and reflect the city’s cultural identity.
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