Orioles and PNC Bank unveil 11th Birdland Mural in Harlem Park

The new mural features a young girl dreaming of flying like an Oriole Bird, symbolizing the freedom, joy and possibility that come with believing in your dreams.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:37pm

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The Baltimore Orioles and PNC Bank have unveiled the 11th mural in the Birdland Murals series, this one located on the wall of the Harlem Park Recreation Center near the Orioles Adopt-A-School, Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School. The mural, created by Baltimore artist Kid Balloon, captures a moment of childhood imagination and hometown pride, featuring a young girl swinging high into the sky and dreaming of flying like an Oriole Bird.

Why it matters

The Birdland Murals project, which started in 2019, aims to bring inspirational art to communities across Baltimore, extending the Orioles' commitment beyond the walls of Camden Yards. This latest mural in Harlem Park is part of the team's ongoing efforts to invest in and support the local neighborhood.

The details

The new mural was unveiled on Tuesday in partnership with PNC Bank, which has deep roots in Baltimore and remains committed to investing in the arts and in communities like Harlem Park. Kid Balloon, the Baltimore artist who created the mural, had previously painted a mural on the playground at Harlem Park Elementary, making this a 'full-circle moment' for him to return to the community with a larger-scale work.

  • The Birdland Murals project began in 2019.
  • The 11th mural in the series was unveiled on March 31, 2026.

The players

Baltimore Orioles

A professional baseball team based in Baltimore, Maryland.

PNC Bank

A major financial institution with deep roots in Baltimore, serving as a partner for the Birdland Murals project.

Kid Balloon

A Baltimore-based artist who created the 11th mural in the Birdland Murals series, located in Harlem Park.

Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School

The Orioles' Adopt-A-School partner, located near the site of the new mural.

Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks

The city agency that oversees the Harlem Park Recreation Center, where the new mural is located.

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What they’re saying

“Our commitment to Harlem Park has always extended beyond the walls of the school, and this incredible mural is a reflection of that dedication. It will serve as a conversation piece, a source of inspiration and a lasting symbol of the Orioles' commitment to the greater Harlem Park community for generations to come. We're proud to partner with our friends at PNC and the incredibly talented Kid Balloon to bring this project to life.”

— Kerry R. Watson Jr., Executive Vice President of Public Affairs, Baltimore Orioles

“Rec & Parks is proud to celebrate this new mural that will stand for decades as a symbol of pride and possibility in Harlem Park. Thank you to the Baltimore Orioles and PNC Bank for their continued investment in Baltimore's neighborhoods. I hope this mural serves as a vibrant reminder to families that this recreation center is here for them. We're excited to see it inspire more residents to walk through our doors, explore our programs and take full advantage of all Rec & Parks has to offer.”

— Reginald Moore, Director, Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks

“This mural was also a full-circle moment because I painted a mural on the blacktop at the playground over here for the students at Harlem Park Elementary maybe about five years ago, so to circle back here with my favorite team and a bank that I actually bank with and do something way larger is a dream come true.”

— Kid Balloon, Baltimore Artist

“PNC is honored to support the latest Birdland Murals installation. With deep roots in Baltimore, we remain committed to investing in the arts and in communities like Harlem Park, where local artists help shape the cultural identity that makes our city so vibrant.”

— Laura Gamble, PNC Regional President for Greater Maryland

What’s next

The Orioles and PNC Bank plan to continue the Birdland Murals series, bringing more inspirational artwork to communities across Baltimore in the coming years.

The takeaway

The Birdland Murals project, a collaboration between the Baltimore Orioles and PNC Bank, is using public art to inspire and uplift local neighborhoods, demonstrating the team's commitment to supporting the broader Baltimore community beyond just the baseball diamond.