Artists & organizations come together for new salmon mural

Published on July 23, 2026

New Salmon Mural Unveiling under Houser Way Bridge

A brand new mural has made its way upstream to Houser Way North! The Cedar River Salmon Mural was revealed earlier this week as the latest piece of art in Renton. The new addition to the city was made possible by a collaborative community effort spearheaded by local artists and organizations. 

The 50-foot-long and 11.5-foot-tall mural celebrates the enduring connection between the Cedar River, salmon, and the people of Renton. The mural features two salmon. One rendered in a contemporary naturalistic style and the other designed by Indigenous artist Tommy Segundo of CreNative Designz in the Coast Salish tradition.  

The artwork honors both the ecological importance of salmon and the cultural heritage they represent. Located just steps from the Cedar River, the mural serves as a tribute to the river's life cycle and the generations of people who have relied on, celebrated, and stewarded this iconic species.  

 

New Salmon Mural Unveiling under Houser Way Bridge

 

Thank you to all of the key players who helped this project make its way upstream at a low cost:  

  • Local artist and current Chair of the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, Jake Heare, donated his time, talent, and project management skills to bring the vision to life. 
  • Renton Art Oasis, a local nonprofit artist collective, served as the lead nonprofit applicant for the grant that funded the project and helped connect local artists to the installation.
  • Indigenous artist Tommy Segundo of CreNative Designz contributed to the mural design, bringing cultural perspective and artistic vision that informed the final artwork.
  • Multimedia artist Donna Williamson provided installation support, materials, and mural expertise.
  • Members of the Renton Municipal Arts Commission helped with project coordination, planning, and community engagement.
  • BNSF Railway, for generously allowing the mural to be painted on its property.
  • Port of Seattle's South King and Port Communities Fund (SKPCF) Economic Opportunities for Communities Program, which contributed a $5,800 grant for the project. The program supports community-led projects that advance equity, economic opportunity, and public space improvements.  

 

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SEE THE MURAL FOR YOURSELF THIS WEEKEND! 

The mural has been completed just in time for Renton River Days, July 24-26. On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy the mural as you walk or ride underneath I-405 between Liberty Park and Cedar River Park!  

Find information about Renton River Days at rentonwa.gov/RiverDays

 

 

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