Murals of Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo

Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo is filled with colorful murals and public art created by local and visiting artists. From interactive wings and postcard-style murals to works celebrating local history, culture, and notable figures, you'll find public art throughout Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo.

Use this guide to find murals throughout the metro, learn about the artists and stories behind them, and plan your own self-guided mural tour.

Fargo-Moorhead Murals at a Glance

Best for photos: Greetings from Fargo, Mario Wall, Silver Lining Wings, VFW Wings, and America 250 Freedom Wall
For local history: Coming Home, Duke Ellington, Florence Klingensmith, Native Prairie and Dillard Alley
In Downtown Fargo: Art Alley, Bob Dylan, Greetings from Fargo, Peacock, Roberts Alley and more
In Moorhead: 56560 murals, Florence Klingensmith and Junkyard Brewing
In West Fargo: Cowntown Mural at The Yards on Sheyenne

View the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo mural map to plan your route or print a copy to take with you.

Where Can You Find Murals in Downtown Fargo?

Downtown Fargo has one of the highest concentrations of murals and public art in the metro, particularly around Broadway, Roberts Alley, and First Avenue North. Many are within walking distance of one another, making Downtown Fargo an easy place to create a self-guided mural tour.

Popular photo stops include the Greetings from Fargo mural, Mario Wall, Roberts Alley, and Silver Lining Wings, with plenty of other public art to discover along the way.

Interactive Murals

Jump in, get involved, and get the perfect photo at these interactive murals and public art spots throughout Fargo-Moorhead.

America 250 Mural

Location: VFW Post 762 in Roberts Alley | 202 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

Created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, the America 250 mural combines classic Americana imagery with an American Traditional tattoo style. Designed by artists Meg Felix and Lesleyanne Wild, the mural features Lady Liberty, a bald eagle, North Dakota bison, and imagery honoring veterans and their service.
 

Art Alley

Location: 1st Ave N between 4th St and 5th St, Fargo, ND

In 2015, the alley behind The Forum building was designated as a legal street art wall. The artwork changes frequently, making Art Alley a spot worth revisiting to see what local artists have created.

Bob Dylan Mural

Location: Former Bison Hotel | 413 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

Talented street artist Jules Muck created this large-scale portrait of Minnesota musician Bob Dylan on the side of the former Bison Hotel in Downtown Fargo. Dylan reportedly spent time at the hotel before becoming famous.

Cow Print Mural

Alley between First Avenue Market and Wurst Bier Hall

Local artist Lesleyanne Wild painted this black-and-white cow print mural for a picture-perfect moment in the alley between First Avenue Market and Wurst Bier Hall.

Dillard Alley Mural

Location: Corridor connecting Roberts Street and Roberts Alley, Fargo, ND

Adam Wiedman designed and painted this retro mural honoring the history of the Dillard Alley site. The alley is named after the Dillard family, who homesteaded the land and passed it down through generations before the site eventually became a surface parking lot and, later, the mixed-use buildings there today.

Dike East River Park Mural

Location: Roberts Alley behind the Chase Bank building, Fargo, ND

NDSU graduate Elaine Smith designed this mural based on a photo she captured while walking through Dike East River Park and looking west. The artwork highlights the Red River's role in local recreation, connects the river to downtown life, and celebrates the beauty of the area's four seasons.

Greetings from Fargo Train Car

Location: Corner of Main Avenue and Broadway, Fargo, ND

Created by artist Steve Knutson, the Greetings from Fargo train car has become a popular photo stop for visitors and locals commemorating their time in Fargo-Moorhead.

Greetings from Fargo Mural

Location: West side of the former Orange Records | 641 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND

Created through the Greetings Tour Mural Grant, this colorful postcard-style mural incorporates imagery representing Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo. Stop for a photo and see how many local references you can identify in the artwork.

Mario Wall

Location: Alley behind The Toasted Frog, Fargo, ND

Local artists John Atkinson and Lauren Starling channeled Mario and Luigi to create the interactive and popular #FargoMarioWall. Visitors can pose within the Super Mario-inspired scene for one of Downtown Fargo's most recognizable mural photos.

Peacock Mural

Location: Corner of 6th Ave N and Roberts St, Fargo, ND

Painted by Paul Ide in 2010, the vibrant Peacock mural has become a recognizable piece of public art along Roberts Street in Downtown Fargo.

Penguin Mural

Location: 8th St between Main Ave and 1st Ave S, Fargo, ND

Paul Ide painted the Penguin mural in 2011 as part of "Hip Hop Don't Stop," an annual Fargo event held from 2009 to 2011 that featured aerosol art creation.

Native Prairie Mural

Location: 19 8th St S, Fargo, ND

Artist Jeff Knight created Native Prairie, a commissioned mural dedicated to Eunice Farstad and Carol Jaeger. The two women invested their lives in the prairie and recognized its beauty even during challenging times. The expansive mural now covers the side of one of Fargo's historic 8th Street buildings.

Downtown Fargo Postcard Mural

Location: Alley on 2nd Ave between Roberts St and Broadway, Fargo, ND

This Roberts Alley mural depicts Downtown Fargo and several significant historic buildings lining its streets in a colorful, postcard-style design.

Welcome to Roberts Alley Mural

Location: Roberts Alley near 2nd Ave, Fargo, ND

Create a postcard-worthy photo in front of the "Welcome to Roberts Alley" mural, painted on a large garage door tucked inside one of Downtown Fargo's busiest alleys.

Silver Lining Wings

Location: Silver Lining Creamery | 123 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

The colorful wings outside Silver Lining Creamery create an interactive photo opportunity for visitors of all sizes, including four-legged ones.

Valley Alley Mural

Location: Alley behind Black Coffee & Waffle Bar | 550 2nd Ave N, Fargo, ND

Designed by Malls Lemier and painted by local artist Lesleyanne Wild, Valley Alley features wildlife imagery meant to encourage viewers to think about science in relation to their surroundings.

VFW Wings

Location: Downtown Fargo VFW | 202 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

Pose between the red, white, and blue VFW wings for a patriotic photo in the heart of Downtown Fargo.

Wheat Mural

Location: Alley at 300 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

Painted by Paul Ide, the Wheat mural pays tribute to North Dakota's prairie and agricultural heritage, as well as the Fargo region. Ide incorporated imperfections in the building's surface into the design itself.

Who's Your Hero Wall

Location: 1st Ave and 12th St, Fargo, ND

Lauren Starling created and painted the Who's Your Hero Wall with creative input from Brian Larry and Hannah LeTexier. The mural was created for the American Cancer Society's 2020 Real Men Wear Pink of Fargo-Moorhead fundraising campaign in October 2019.

56560 Mural at Moorhead Ace Hardware

Location: Ace Hardware | 20 6th St S, Moorhead, MN

Completed in summer 2016, this mural celebrates Moorhead with a larger-than-life depiction of the city's 56560 ZIP code.

56560 Mural at Ray's Certified Auto Repair

Location: Ray's Certified Auto Repair | 1313 Main Ave, Moorhead, MN

Artist Grant Hicks created this second 56560 mural in September 2017, giving visitors another colorful place to snap a photo with Moorhead's ZIP code.

Public Art and Murals to See in Fargo-Moorhead

Not every mural requires a pose. These works are worth seeking out for their artistry, history, and connections to the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo community.

Community Collage Mural

Location: 615 2nd Ave N, Fargo, ND

Created by Fargo native and photographer Josh Madson, the Community Collage mural features black-and-white portraits of people from across the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo community. Madson photographed residents at pop-up events throughout the metro before bringing their portraits together in the large-scale public artwork, celebrating the diversity, individuality, and sense of belonging that make up the community.
 

Coming Home Mural

Location: 303 Roberts Alley, Fargo, ND

Los Angeles-based artist Robert Vargas created Coming Home in Downtown Fargo's Roberts Alley in collaboration with TEDxFargo. Completed in July 2026, the mural celebrates representation, culture, and community, bringing a new large-scale public art piece to the heart of Downtown Fargo.

Cowtown Mural

Location: The Yards on Sheyenne | From Main Avenue W. to 7th Avenue W., West Fargo, ND

The Cowtown mural celebrates West Fargo's history and the community's longtime connection to cattle and agriculture. Located in The Yards on Sheyenne, the mural pays tribute to the city's "Cowtown" roots while bringing that history into the heart of modern West Fargo.

Downtown Heart

Location: Loretta Building | 210 Broadway N, Fargo, ND

The Downtown Heart has become a recognizable piece of public art in Downtown Fargo. The mural is located on a private patio on the side of the Loretta Building.

Duke Ellington Mural

Location: Rhombus Guys building, alley south of Main Avenue, Fargo, ND

Artist Jeff Knight painted this mural near the former site of Fargo's Crystal Ballroom, where Duke Ellington and his band performed in 1940. A recording from that performance was commercially released decades later and won a Grammy Award in 1980.

Florence Klingensmith Fly Girls Mural

Location: Moorhead Ace Hardware | 20 6th St S, Moorhead, MN

The Fly Girls mural honors Florence Klingensmith, a Moorhead aviation pioneer who became the first licensed female pilot in North Dakota. The mural celebrates her place in regional aviation history along Main Avenue in Moorhead.

Greta Thunberg Mural

Location: Behind Front Street Taproom | 614 Main Ave, Fargo, ND

Located behind Front Street Taproom, this large-scale portrait depicts Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg and recognizes her work advocating for action on climate change.

Meadowlark

Location: Meadowlark Building | 503 7th St N, Fargo, ND

Another work by Steve Knutson, this mural depicts the western meadowlark, North Dakota's state bird. Two birds adorn the Meadowlark Building, with one painted on the east side and another on the west.

No Time For Despair Toni Morrison Mural

Location: Katherine Kilbourne Burgum Center for Creativity | 704 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND

Painted by Pasteur Mudende at the Plains Art Museum's Center for Creativity, No Time for Despair draws inspiration from a Toni Morrison quote about resilience. The mural honors Black women activists of the Civil Rights Movement and connects art with the public.

Prairie Rose Mural

Location: Prairie Rose Lofts | 506 Roberts St N, Fargo, ND

North Dakota's state flower, the wild prairie rose, covers the aptly named Prairie Rose Lofts in Downtown Fargo. Artist Steve Knutson has created several public art pieces celebrating North Dakota.

Sunny Brook Whiskey Cowboy Mural

Location: McCormick Building | 320 5th St N, Fargo, ND

One of the Fargo metro's older murals depicts a cowboy and a bottle of Sunny Brook whiskey. Grand Forks artist Charles Selberg originally painted it in 1949, but a group opposed to alcohol consumption whitewashed it.

In 2003, Fargo-Moorhead artist Chandler O'Leary restored the historic painting.

Murals at Fargo-Moorhead Breweries

Our local breweries frequently collaborate with artists, making their taprooms and buildings another place to experience the metro's creative side.

Junkyard Brewing Mural

Location: Junkyard Brewing Company | 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead, MN

Artist Mandel Mertz created this exterior mural at Junkyard Brewing Company to represent pieces of Moorhead's history and identity. Look for the Hjemkomst Viking Ship, a catfish, and other local references incorporated into the artwork.

Drekker's Brewhalla Mural

1666 1st Ave N, Fargo

Local artist Punchgut created this large-scale interior mural at Drekker Brewing Company's Brewhalla. His distinctive artwork also appears on Drekker beer labels, connecting the brewery's visual identity with the local arts scene.

Grab a beer and head to the back room to see the mural and get a photo in front of it.

Whether you're searching for the perfect photo spot or exploring the metro's public art scene, Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo's murals offer a colorful way to experience the community and the artists who help tell its story.