707 North Shoreline Boulevard (0.2 km from Born to Fly mural)
Located directly across from Corpus Christi's historic seawall, this hotel features on-site dining and an indoor/outdoor pool with views of the marina.
900 N Shoreline Blvd (0.4 km from Born to Fly mural)
Located on Corpus Christi Bay Omni Corpus Christi Hotel offers accommodations with ocean views and close proximity the Marina. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels work desk and views of the marina bay or U.S.S. Lexington.
300 North Shoreline Boulevard (0.5 km from Born to Fly mural)
The American Bank Center multipurpose arena is less than a mile from this Corpus Christi hotel. The hotel features an outdoor pool and a view of Corpus Christi Bay. There is complimentary high-speed WiFi available.
301 South Shoreline Boulevard (0.8 km from Born to Fly mural)
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a bar, and complimentary WiFi. In Corpus Christi, the Residence Inn by Marriott Corpus Christi Downtown is 1.8 miles from North Beach and 23 miles from Mustang Island State Park.
801 Shoreline Boulevard (1.3 km from Born to Fly mural)
This hotel is located three miles from downtown Corpus Christi and one mile from the Gulf Coast Beach in the vicinity of Emerald Cove. It features an outdoor pool and air-conditioned rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi.
1102 South Shoreline Boulevard (1.5 km from Born to Fly mural)
The Emerald Cove is directly accessible from this Corpus Christi hotel. The hotel features a restaurant and an indoor heated pool. The rooms at Emerald Beach Hotel Corpus Christi include complimentary WiFi and cable television.
722 North Port Avenue (2.1 km from Born to Fly mural)
the Padre Island National Seashore USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier Museum and Mustang Island State Park.
3200 Surfside Boulevard (2.4 km from Born to Fly mural)
This Corpus Christi hotel offers direct beach access. The USS Lexington is located within 0.6 mi of the property. Guest rooms at Radisson Hotel Corpus Christi Beach are furnished with a cable TV a microwave and a refrigerator.
The Born to Fly mural in Corpus Christi, Texas is a stunningly beautiful piece of public art. Located in the heart of the city, it serves as a reminder of the importance of exploration, creativity, and community. The mural was created by local artist and muralist Eligio Fernandez Jr., who has been painting murals in the area for over 30 years. The design is based on his own childhood dreams of flying and exploration, and consists of vibrant images of airplanes and hot-air balloons with an array of colors that fill the sky.
The scale of the project is quite large, consisting of two colossal walls measuring 14ft x 28ft each. It can be seen from a distance and really stands out against its backdrop. In addition to its captivating visuals, the mural also offers an important message of hope and resilience for all those who see it – even during difficult times. The title ‘Born To Fly’ is meant to symbolize how we can all take flight if we only believe in ourselves and strive towards our dreams no matter what obstacles life throws our way.
Throughout this piece there are several other elements that add even more texture to its narrative: strands of colorful ribbons flowing throughout with butterflies scattered about; an abstracted face representing strength amidst chaotic clouds; stars dotting both walls as symbols for reaching greater heights beyond what we know; pink banners proclaiming freedom; a large word bubble that reads “I Believe” in elegant script font; and various birds that symbolize unity among us all – providing further insight into the diverse perspectives found amongst cultures here in South Texas.
Since its completion, the Born to Fly mural has become a popular location for locals to come together in celebration or contemplation alike. It invites us to pause for a moment, take notice, reflect upon one another’s stories and experiences - offering us solace during difficult times while reminding us never to stop reaching for our goals regardless what challenges arise along our journey.