Cedar Beach Mural Completed by Local High School Students

BABYLON, NY — Cedar Beach will welcome Memorial Day Weekend with a brand-new look.

The Town of Babylon announced on Wednesday that a the "Cedar Beach Gallery", designed by local high school students from Amityville, Babylon, Deer Park, North Babylon, West Babylon and Wyandanch, has officially been completed.

The project, which began last October, consists of numerous nautical-themed murals painted on both sides of the tunnel that runs under Ocean Parkway and connects Cedar Beach to Cedar Beach Marina & Campground.

“This artwork is a wonderful addition to the Cedar Beach facility,” said Deputy Supervisor and Parks Chairman Tony Martinez. "Cedar Beach is a busy hub where many of our residents spend much so much time throughout the summer season, and I am so grateful to BACCA and all of the talented local students who participated. I know many people will enjoy admiring the artwork as they hit the beach this summer.”

The gallery was a joint effort initiated by the parks department in collaboration with the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, Inc. and the Town of Babylon Local Development Corporation to bring much-needed beautification to the tunnel, all agreed.

Local artist Ron Becker, who serves on the BACCA advisory panel, played a key role in facilitating the partnerships with local high schools, a press release said.

“It was inspiring and amazing to watch the young artists collaborate and bring their original designs to fruition, under the guidance of their art teaches,” said Becker.