This wall-to-wall mosaic of about 7000 Tucsonian faces is a simple yet powerful testament to the diversity of the city's population. It's in the underpass, where 4th Ave ducks under the railway line. Or you can explore the panels online.
Tucson Portrait Project
Tucson
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