Square 739 Art Fence
Installing at the end of October 2026.
At the end of October 2026, the plain construction fence around Square 739 becomes a large public artwork. Until the lot is built on, a fence is a fence – so we worked with neighbors and artists to make it something worth walking past.
Concept for the fence along New Jersey Avenue SE by My Ly Design, over Google Street View imagery (credit: Google)
Where
The block between I and K Streets SE, and New Jersey Avenue and 2nd Street SE
When
It's on the sidewalk, so you can see it any time.
Getting there
Navy Yard–Ballpark Metro (Green Line), about a 4-minute walk from the New Jersey Avenue exit.
What we do here
We raise the money, lead the community engagement on the design, and program events around the fence. The concept is by My Ly Design, and the lot belongs to the DC Housing Authority. Images on this page are concept renderings over Google Street View imagery (credit: Google).
Get involved
Get involved
Tell us what you'd like to see on the fence, or help fund it.
Partners at Square 739
- My Ly Design
- DC Housing Authority
- Navy Yard BID