Altadena Community to Unveil Largest Mural Since Eaton Fire

Leaders of the Altadena community will gather on Sunday afternoon,  May 31, 2026, to celebrate the unveiling of its largest mural to date—a sweeping tribute  to the history of Mt. Lowe and the storied railroads that once carried visitors into the San  Gabriel Mountains.

Created by artist Austin Scott and commissioned by Waleed and Erin Delawari, From  Rails to Trails: Echo Mountain is the result of an extraordinary collaborative effort  involving more than 80 community volunteers. More than a historical depiction, the  piece serves as a symbol of unity and resilience in the wake of the Eaton Fire, inviting  the fire-affected community to heal through shared creativity and storytelling.

The mural is painted on the back of the Delawari family’s newly built wall, where a wood  fence used to stand, facing the Altadena Crest Trail just west of the Cobb Estate.  Waleed and Erin lost their family home and one of their beloved goats in the Eaton Fire,  in which they raised their four children. Scott worked tirelessly alongside residents and  neighbors, most of whom lost their own homes, putting in almost 1000 man hours  combined over 36 consecutive days to complete it.

“This mural is about more than art—it’s about reclaiming our narrative and celebrating  the strength of Altadena,” said Scott. “It belongs to everyone who picked up a brush,  shared a story, or simply showed up in support.”

Scott became well-known in the community last year after painting Altadena Forever, a  mural celebrating businesses lost in the fire. He has since painted multiple murals in the  area including works at Eagles Hall, Altadena Cookie Co and Alma Fuerte School. This  is his largest work personally, as well as now becoming the largest in town.

In a meaningful gesture, Scott will dedicate the mural to the ancestors of Hahamog’na,  the indigenous people who originally inhabited Altadena, and has invited tribal leaders  from the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrielino Tongva. The unveiling event  will serve not only as a celebration of the completed work but also as a call to action— encouraging a renewed investment in public art as a pathway toward healing and  community connection.

The event is presented by 24LA, a non-profit started by Kenyan Armitage and Malin  Smith as a response to the Eaton and Palisades Fires. Many Altadena organizations  have joined as sponsors, including Altadena Rotary, AltadenaWILD, and Altadena  Chamber of Commerce. Local and regional leaders are expected to attend, alongside  representatives from across the Altadena community.

The event is open to the public and will feature remarks from the artist, community  leaders, and project supporters. There will also be music, historical displays, light bites  and refreshments. May 31, 2026 on Altadena Crest Trail, east of Canon Blvd above Loma Alta. Approximate  address: 3646 Canon Blvd, Altadena, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.