"I have a habit of saying that the project I am working on is the best project!  "Up Bound" was a mural project and it stands out in my mind because of the number of organizations that worked together to make it happen.  It was a joy to visit the project everyday and see the progress.  At the time, downtown Davenport's storefront windows were empty.  The murals provided color and at the same time created awareness of our exhibition. The youth were vital to the success of the project.  When we unveiled the murals at a press conference, the youth's family and friends were present. It was amazing to see the enthusiasm of everyone.  The murals remained up long after the exhibition closed."
Carol Ehlers

"Up Bound" a river term meaning "going up river" was aptly chosen as the title for the creation of six historic educational storefront murals about the history of the Mississippi River. The Putnam Museum's focus was to bring forth window displays that created an awareness of their exhibition "Magnificent River".

A panel of artists selected Paul Lange to plan, design, and execute "Up Bound" project. Working with Sue Deli, Job Training Summer Program, five youth were selected to receive pay for their assistance. Ruben Guerrero was the project manager.  The youth artist also received training in print making at the Davenport Art Museum. 

 Ruben Guerrero shows details of the mural.