#6 New Mural Project!
A Celebration of Biodiversity
Since 1968, Residents Forward has helped shaped a cleaner, greener and more beautiful Port Washington, from planting trees to protecting open spaces to advancing environmental stewardship across our peninsula.
Coming fall ‘26, the 6th installation of the Port Mural Project will transform “Alpers Way” into a living portrait of Port Washington’s native ecology, showcasing the beauty and interconnectedness of trees, plants, birds, pollinators, and wildlife that sustains a healthy ecosystem.
The White Oak vignette pictured here is a glimpse into the vibrancy of the mural’s beautiful sweeping tapestry of Port’s natural biodiversity.
Artist Rachelle Krieger
The Mural Artist
Acclaimed Port Washington artist Rachelle Krieger is celebrated for her creative interpretations of Long Island’s landscapes with works exhibited in top galleries and museums across the US and abroad.
Rachelle Krieger is a visual artist who has lived and worked in Port Washington for over two decades, building a career distinguished by artistic achievement and environmental advocacy. Her paintings and ceramics are deeply rooted in the natural landscape, reflecting both its beauty and the urgency of protecting it.
Prior works with Residents Forward include, “Suburban Sanctuary” created en plan air at the Art Walk, Fall 2025.
New Mural Location: Alpers Way
The new mural will fill the landscape of the walls of Alpers Hardware, a 100+ year family owned Port business. Alper’s has long been more than a store - it’s a cornerstone of Main Street and an anchor of our community. Their legacy reflects everything that makes our town strong, vibrant and connected. The Alpers family was named the Community Chest’s Citizen of the Year 2026.
This high visibility spot on Irma Avenue which is named “Alpers Way", can be seen from Irma Avenue, the LIRR train Station and Main Street.
Help Bring this Vision to Life! Sponsor the Mural
This mural project is our biggest and most ambitious yet! Your generosity will bring this pride of our natural biodiverse landscape and educational masterpiece to life. The mural will live on to be enjoyed for future generations of Port Washington.
Estimated budget $50K.