Maverick Vintage Tile Mural & Hugman Dam
Riverbank wall near El Tropicano Hotel
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Maverick Vintage Tile Mural
In the 1930’s the Mexican Arts and Crafts Studio produced many colorful murals, fountains and decorative public art pieces seen throughout the city. The artisans were commissioned by then-mayor Maury Maverick to create this tile mural for his private use.
The bustling Mexican village scene was removed from its home prior to demolition, restored and donated by Susan Frost, a friend of the San Antonio River Foundation.
The Hugman Dam
Dedicated in 1941 and named after the River Walk architect and visionary Robert H.H. Hugman, only this small section of the original dam remains.
An in-depth explanation of Hugman’s original beautification and flood control plan is detailed on a sign near the site, which is adjacent to the Maverick Vintage Tile Mural.
