John Jordan “Buck” O’Neil Memorial Bridge Mural
Painted in the spring of 2025 this mural honors Kansas City legend and founder of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Buck O'Neil.
With over 4000 sq foot of space covered the mural spans about two city blocks anchored by a central portrait the design features a large favorite quote of Buck's plus various vignettes great for photo ops.
For more photos and information check out MoDOT site.
Project credits:
Missouri Department of Transportation
Clarkson-Massman Joint Venture: Construction
Arti in the Loop Foundation: Project Admin
Phil "Sike Style" Shafer: Lead design and muralist
Holly Hayden: Creative Director and Administration
John Raux: Painter
Mariah Markt: Painter
Derek Robers: Security
Video by: David Kauffman
Drone video by: droneserviceskc.com
Photography: Caleb Sommerville of Stet Media
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick speaking at the bridge dedication ceremony
