9 murals in Auburn + Opelika you won’t want to brush over

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The Easy, Tiger mural inside The Collegiate Hotel is a large one, spanning over several walls. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

The Auburn and Opelika communities are filled with creative local artists, and their buildings reflect it. We’ve compiled a list of 9 popular murals for your next photoshoot.

Keep reading to see where you can find murals you’ll undoubtedly heART:

War Eagle Wall

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The War Eagle Wall is a popular location for graduation and game day photos. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

The War Eagle wall is a popular picture location for Auburn tourists and locals alike. Located a short distance from Toomer’s Corner, this wall is a great place to take pictures after shopping downtown or rolling Toomer’s after an Auburn win.

  • Artist: Unknown
  • Location: 115 S College St, Auburn, AL 36830 

Greetings from Opelika

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This postcard mural is located on the outside of Opelika Public Library. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

This postcard-like mural includes a variety of Opelika’s familiar features. From the train to historical landmarks, this artist perfectly encapsulated what locals love about Opelika.

Opelika Butterfly

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This butterfly mural is one rich with a sweet history. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

This beautiful butterfly mural was originally painted by an Auburn local for Down Syndrome Awareness month. Don’t forget to tag #myopelika in any posts so the artist can see your pictures!

  • Artist: Crysten Conner
  • Location: 714 N Railroad Ave, Opelika, AL 36801

The Auburn Wave

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The Wave mural is located on the side of The Yard in Auburn. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Located in Downtown Auburn, this wave mural is the perfect location for any photo shoots. The large green space in front is also a popular spot for fall picnics.

  • Artist: Unknown
  • Location: 147 N College St, Auburn, AL 36830

Easy, Tiger

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This mural features two tigers, representative of the Auburn Tigers. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

The “Easy, Tiger” mural is located on the patio of The Collegiate Hotel near Downtown Auburn. This detailed mural is a fairly new one, having been painted by an award-winning artist in 2022.

  • Artist: Gillian Fazio
  • Location: 205 S Gay St, Auburn, AL 36830

Yellow Umbrella

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This yellow umbrella was painted in 2017 by local Paige Dirksen. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

This smaller mural is located opposite of the Opelika Butterfly mural near Downtown Opelika’s train tracks. The yellow umbrella presents a great photo opportunity for fans of How I Met Your Mother.

  • Artist: Paige Dirksen
  • Location: 714 N Railroad Ave, Opelika, AL 36801

The Freewheeler

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The Freewheeler mural was painted on the side of what was originally a bike shop. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Around since the 1980s, “The Freewheeler” has become an iconic mural for the Auburn community. Fun fact: The Brook and the Bluff lead vocalist and frontrunner Joseph Settine got a bicycle tattoo, imitating this mural, to symbolize his time at Auburn University with his bandmates.

  • Artist: Unknown
  • Location: 214 N College St, Auburn, AL 36830

The Azalea Wings 

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This mural is the perfect photo opportunity for shoppers visiting Opelika. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

The vibrant azalea wings are painted on the outside wall of Surcie Shoppe, a boutique in Downtown Opelika. Make sure to tag #azaleawings in your posts!

Magnolia Mural

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The artist of the Magnolia Mural could be seen atop a large ladder during its painting process, as it spans to the top of the building. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

On the exterior wall of Behind the Glass, a boutique in Downtown Auburn, is the recently painted Magnolia Mural. This Magnolia Avenue mural is a tall one, stretching all the way to the top of the building.

  • Artist: Janice Rago
  • Location: 168 E Magnolia Ave, Auburn, AL 36830

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