Mural Beautifies Ponchatoula Façade

The new mural that welcomes people to the Ponchatoula historic district at 280 W. Pine Street This 1923 photograph provided the inspiration for Hans Geist’s new mural
The new mural that welcomes people to the Ponchatoula historic district at 280 W. Pine Street This 1923 photograph provided the inspiration for Hans Geist’s new mural

A breathtaking transformation was recently completed on the exterior of a historic building in the heart of Ponchatoula.

When building owners, Patrick and Trisha Ryder, needed a mural artist who could pay homage to Ponchatoula's rich history and vibrant future, they found just the man for the job.

Meet Hans Geist, a Houma artist who specializes in historic murals. Hans has been adoring blank facades…