Top Must-See Branson Murals

Complete your trip to Branson with a selfie in front of these unique murals, many of which were created by local artist Christine Riutzel. Find out where to see them below!

 

Aquarium at the Boardwalk Mural

There's nothing underwhelming about Branson's Aquarium at the Boardwalk, even on the back of the building! World-renowned Trompe L’oeil mural artist John Pugh created the three-dimensional illusion of Aquarius behind glass. This art piece will have you taking a closer look in surprise of the realistic details. 

• Where to find it:
  • 2700 76 Country Blvd (On the Northwest Corner of the Aquarium)

 

The Star Spangled Banner Bicentennial Mural

In Branson, we believe in paying tribute to our American soldiers. This mural does so with artwork celebrating the bicentennial of the Star Spangled Banner in 2014. Also painted by Raine Clotfelter, the mural depicts the famous flag over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. The foreground features a giant eagle, a revolutionary-era drum and fife corps and the song originally penned by Francis Scott Key. The image at the right side of the mural is General George Washington at prayer with a modern-day American soldier. 

• Where to find it:
  • On the west side of the Liberty Utilities building at 215 W. Main Street in Downtown Branson. 
  • Tip: Ride Sparky the Free Downtown Trolley to see this along with other Downtown murals!

 

 

Pizza by the Slice

Pizza by the Slice is a fun, affordable hangout spot at the Lakeside Shoppes just off the Branson Landing. Serving giant, New York-style pizza slices, wings, salads, and more, this is the perfect spot to take your friends and family at any time of the day. Also fabricated by local artist Christine Riutzel, this mural meshes eccentric New York graphics with her take on the Branson skyline, making for an awesome view while you eat!

• Where to find it:
  • Inside Pizza by the Slice, 482 Branson Landing Blvd UNIT 103

 

The Downtown Branson 1913 Mural

Ever wondered what Branson was like a century ago? Well, this mural shows you! It's the perfect place for a century-old photograph look. This 1913 Mural depicts Commercial and Pacific Streets as they appeared around the time of Branson’s incorporation as a city in 1912. It was painted in 2007 by local artist John Short. The artwork was commissioned by the Downtown Branson Mainstreet Association and supported by several donors.

• Where to find it:
  • Found on a long alleyway wall on the north-facing side at 1 OAK Antiques & Home Decor, 112 S Commercial St.

 

Nature Scene Mural on Business 65

During the 2020 pandemic shutdown, there was little activity in downtown Branson—but not for Christine Riutzel. This local muralist was hard at work painting a large, colorful nature scene on a concrete wall in a small parking lot. The scene made for a colorful view for Business 65 Drivers. Christine added a little bit of sunshine during tough times. 

• Where to find it:
  • Anyone driving on Business 65 can see it on the west side of the road, just north of the intersection at Pacific Street.

 

Rose O'Neill Tribute Mural

Three female artists, Christine Riutzel (who you've already heard mentioned), Delanie Johnson, and Mary Evelyn Tucker teamed up to pay homage to the late Rose O'Neill, an American cartoonist, illustrator, artist, writer, suffragist, activist, and philanthropist known for the creation of the popular comic strip characters, Kewpies, in 1909, leading her to be the first published female cartoonist in the United States. She made her home here in the Ozarks at the Bonniebrooke Homestead which now includes a museum and fine art gallery that is open to the public!

• Where to find it: 
  • South side of the Branson Centennial Museum, 120 S Commercial St

 

Skate World Mural

SkateWorld impresses visitors with this 300-foot mural that wraps around the rink and features visions of astronaut corgis, space cats, hockey players roller-blading, unicorns, parakeets, retro graphics, and more. Local Branson artist Christine Riutzel has a special love for the roller rink and wanted to create artwork that captured the spirit of the place. The theme is fun and timeless with elements that all generations can enjoy and connect with. 

• Where to find it:
  • SkateWorld, 1715 State Hwy 76

 

YOLO Rolled Ice Cream

She's not done yet. Christine Riutzel created this masterpiece for the new rolled ice cream shop called YOLO Rolled Ice Cream, founded by a young, newly engaged couple. The image above only shows a quarter of the wall, which displays dreamy characters and inanimate objects with faces!

• Where to find it:
  • Inside YOLO, 2005 W 76 Country Blvd

 

Murals at Branson Landing

The Branson Landing brings fun side to their parking garages with murals on all four levels! These two sisters, Christa Schmitz and Sara Schmitz Olson of Chrisara Designs, had visions of colorful flowers, fish and sunny days for the walls to brighten up this heavily trafficked location. The one pictured is about the state of Missouri and the star represents Branson on the map, and the other reflects Branson's bright and positive atmosphere. 

• Where to find it:
  • First and Second Levels of the Branson Landing Parking Garage, 100 Branson Landing Blvd

 

During your visit, be sure to stop and admire these unique works of art that add some extra shine to Branson.

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