Plymouth Bar Owner Turns Vandalism Into an Invitation to Create Art

When life gives you graffiti, make it art.

Speedwell Tavern in Plymouth has been battling an ongoing bathroom vandalism issue, but instead of letting frustration take over, owner Jordan Chabot decided to flip the narrative with a clever olive branch.

“I’m once again tired of painting the bathrooms,” Chabot wrote on Facebook. “But, ‘Counter Kulture Munkie Elvis’ — if that’s your real name — here’s an olive branch. Let’s cover the bathroom walls with art. Real art. Your art… and instead of paying for mistinted paint at Lowe’s, I’ll pay you. Clean slate. No pun intended. Tag… you’re it. 🙈🙉🙊”

A Wall with a Message

The message from Chabot reads like a mix between a ransom letter and a peace offering, complete with a doodle of the “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” monkeys and a playful tone that matches the bar’s offbeat spirit.

Chabot could’ve taken the disciplinary road, but instead offers to “make a deal” – promising to “cease” if given a chance to turn their tagging into real art.

Turning Trouble into Opportunity

Instead of calling in reinforcements or more paint, Chabot saw potential in the situation. The tavern owner’s proposal to collaborate rather than condemn is a refreshing reminder that creativity can come from even the most annoying moments.

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"I’d rather avoid any litigation or punishment," Chabot explained, "Just a handshake and maybe a collaboration."

Speedwell Tavern and Chabot's message says a lot about their character, proving that sometimes, the best way to clean up a mess is to embrace it.

Now, it’s up to the mysterious bathroom artist to make their next move.