Birds of a Feather

Molly Kernan approached her self-portrait by thinking about what parts of Roanoke welcomed her into the community upon moving here in 2019. “My kids and I found ourselves frequenting Center in the Square,” says Kernan. “The Science Museum of Western Virginia does a wonderful job. During the pandemic they opened a parakeet garden that brought much needed joy after a tough few years.

“I love Center in the Square’s mission,” adds Kernan, “and I hope that my portrait will inspire others to go find similar joy there. I’d like to support what the nonprofit organizations are doing for our community.”
Look for Molly Kernan’s signal box art in Grandin Village and an upcoming inlet mural through the stormwater program.