Keith Haring's Untitled (Great Park) mural, created in 1989, is a monumental work that reflects his commitment to community and public art. This mural, painted on a 450-foot plywood wall in Grant Park, Chicago, was the debut project of Gallery 37, an annual summer arts program aimed at inner-city youth. Haring collaborated with approximately 500 Chicago public school students over the course of five days to bring this vibrant piece to life (Haring) (English).

The project, completed during "Keith Haring Week" declared by the City of Chicago, featured Haring's signature black outlines filled with bright colors by the students. The mural included his iconic figures such as dancing figures, barking dogs, and abstract shapes, all rendered in his dynamic, energetic style. Haring provided minimal instructions, allowing the students to express their creativity freely, which resulted in a diverse and colorful mural that included personal messages and social themes (English) (Chicago Gallery News).

Haring's involvement was driven by a meeting with Irving Zucker, a teacher deeply invested in urban arts enrichment. Zucker and Haring's collaboration aimed to engage and inspire young people through art. The mural not only beautified the space but also served as a significant educational and community-building activity (Chicago Gallery News) (www.wikiart.org).

Although the mural stood intact for only a week before its panels were separated and distributed, it left a lasting impact. Some panels were displayed in schools and public spaces, while others were stored. In 2018, a significant portion of the mural was exhibited at the Chicago Cultural Center, highlighting its historical and cultural importance. This exhibition featured 36 original panels and various artifacts from Haring's visit, celebrating the enduring legacy of his work and its influence on the participating students, many of whom pursued careers in art and community service (English) (Chicago Magazine).