06/05/2026
How many of us drive by here each week? Thank you to Tammy Calton, Vice-President and Branch Manager of IBC at West Avenue and NW Military Hwy for sharing some history of this wonderful piece of public art in our city. This mural was created by Denis
O' Conner an associate of Millard Sheets who for years ran the studio's mosaic workshop in Claremont, California. The studio did quite a lot of public art - especially for banks and public buildings. This mosaic mural was created for a Home Savings of America branch in Castle Hills in 1987. This building was a financial institution and a gift of art to the city of Castle Hills. According to researcher, Adam Arenson, the manager of the bank at the time was named, Richard Massey. Mr. Massy asked that scenes of early Texas Pioneer cultures be represented in the mural.
This mural is a great reminder of the people who lived, worked and built our city. What a wonderful legacy we have! Come learn more about our city and help us celebrate our 75th birthday. See you in the Council Chambers (209 Lemonwood) Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 5:00 - 7:30.