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The spaceship in this mural represents the growth and development of the city of Houston. As mentioned by Lemus, it is a journey to the sky.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Copyright status: In copyright

Center for Mexican American Studies

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The skulls in the left side of the mural are dark and black tones, represent struggle and sacrifice from different communities in Houston. The sacrifice from people who have fought for freedom and equality.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Center for Mexican American Studies

Sin Fronteras

Houston’s skyline is a representation of the international and financial presence the city of Houston has in the United States. But most importantly, Houston as one of the top major cities in the United States.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Copyright status: In copyright

Center for Mexican American Studies

Sin Fronteras

In the crowd, we can see different types of protestors, in particular a sign about food truck association. Food truck industry makes a big part of the food culture in the city of Houston.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Center for Mexican American Studies

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Due to the developing nature of the city, construction is part of Houston. The rapid development of financial sectors make construction a unique part of the city where Latinos play a major role.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Center for Mexican American Studies

Sin Fronteras

Among the crowd, the sign “Ningun ser humano es illegal” [No human being is illegal] is the main focus of the crowd. This represents the social and political issues people from the community in Houston face. In addition, this adds to the diverse challenges this community faces.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Center for Mexican American Studies

Sin Fronteras

In the crowd, we can see a diverse crowd, people from different races, ethnicities, and social backgrounds. This represents the struggles different communities have in the city of Houston.

Creator: Gelson D. Lemus [W3R3ON3]

Area: Houston / Northside

Source: Center for Mexican American Studies

Uploaded by: Allison Saenz

Center for Mexican American Studies