Richmond Homeowner Commissions Dolly Parton Mural
A Pine Street residence in Oregon Hill features a new tribute mural painted by artist Jered Fykes.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Painting
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Stephenie Harrington has commissioned a new mural of Dolly Parton on the side of her home in Richmond. The artwork is located on Pine Street in the Oregon Hill neighborhood.
Why it matters
The mural serves as a dedicated tribute to Dolly Parton, whose influence has inspired party themes at the residence since 2014.
Artist Jered Fykes began creating art on the Pine Street property in 2022. The home has served as the host venue for the Toys for Tots holiday drive for over 20 years.
The players
Stephenie Harrington
She is the Richmond resident and homeowner who commissioned the Dolly Parton mural.
Jered Fykes
He is the artist responsible for creating the mural and has been painting the home since 2022.
Dolly Parton
She is an iconic American singer-songwriter and philanthropist who inspired the mural.
The details
Artist Jered Fykes completed the mural on the home, which also serves as a central venue for local charitable events. The project adds to a tradition of artistic expression that has been present on the house for four years.
Timeline
Jered Fykes began painting art on the house in 2022.
Dolly Parton themes inspired house parties in 2014 and 2025.
The official unveiling of the mural is set for October 31, 2026.
The 21st annual Toys for Tots holiday bash will be held on December 5, 2026.
Culture Shift
The mural reflects the growing trend of using residential exterior art to cement community identity and local traditions. This initiative aligns with the property's long-term status as a focal point for neighborhood-based charitable events.
Residents in the Oregon Hill area can view the new mural starting on Halloween. The property will continue to serve as a hub for community fundraising efforts through the upcoming holiday season.
The takeaway
Residential murals can serve as meaningful tributes that deepen community engagement and neighborhood pride. Residents looking to support local causes can plan to attend the upcoming toy drive event to contribute to the long-running charitable tradition.
What happens next
The community will gather for the official unveiling of the mural on October 31, 2026, followed by the 21st annual Toys for Tots holiday bash at Basic City Beer Co. on December 5, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local public art projects in our Painting section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Axios.
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