Lake Wales Public Library Mural

The reception area of our Lake Wales Public Library is dominated by a huge Tom Freeman mural depicting many animals native to this area and portrayed in their natural environment. From left to right the mural includes the Withlacoochee River, Bok Tower Gardens, the Lake Wales Ridge and the Peace River.

This mural was painted in three sections, transported to the library and mounted on the wall. In viewing the mural, one must appreciate the logistics of the endeavor and the result that makes it appear as one huge mural painted in place. 

The mural was dedicated to the memory of R.T. “Tom” Nelson.  Mr. Nelson was active in the LW Library Association and served for many years as the LW City Library Board Chairman 

This Tom Freeman work has provided the backdrop to many events at the library. The most notable was the appearance of First Lady Barbara Bush in conjunction with a Lake Wales Literacy Council Event.

Sponsored by: Lake Wales Library Board