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Public Art Opportunities
Utah Public Art Program Opportunities
There are no open projects through Utah's Public Art Program at the moment. Check back as we anticipate new projects opening soon. Meanwhile, scroll down for other opportunities in or near Utah and national or international projects.
OTHER PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITIES IN / NEAR UTAH
The Teton County Justice Center is seeking two original artworks for their upcoming facility – one to be suspended in the interior stairwell and a second, stand-alone exterior sculpture. Both works will be created by the same artist and should be conceptually related.
Budget: $175,000 – Deadline: April 20, 2026
The City of Apache Junction, AZ is seeking a public artist to design, fabricate, and install public artwork within the intersection of State Route 88 and Superstition Blvd. The artwork should be highly visible and reflect the character, landscape, and culture of the city.
Budget: $250,000 – Deadline: April 30, 2026
The Sheridan Public Arts Committee is seeking proposals to create a sculpture memorializing the Iron Riders of the U.S. Army’s 25th Infantry. The artwork should be grounded primarily in realism, representing the lived experience and strength of the Iron Riders.
Budget: $200,000 – Deadline: April 30, 2026
The City of Park City is seeking proposals from experienced artists or artist teams for artwork that will enhance up to 21 bus shelters throughout Park City, celebrating the spirit of “Timeless Connections.” Artists may submit designs for one or multiple shelters, or propose a cohesive concept for the entire collection.
Budget: $5,000-10,000 per shelter – Deadline: May 1, 2026
Please note, projects marked with ⊗ indicates the artist(s) may be requested to supply uncompensated services to apply.
NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITIES
The City of Bloomington’s Office of Creative Placemaking and Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Okodakiciye Dakota Advisory Committee, invites public artists to submit qualifications for the design, fabrication, and installation of a site-specific sculpture at Pond-Dakota Mission Park, a site with deep Indigenous history and connections.
Budget: $80,000 – Deadline: April 16, 2026
The City of Malibu, CA is seeking artists to create artworks for four storm drain catch basins located in highly visible areas throughout the city. The artwork should reflect Malibu’s deep connection to the coast, spark curiosity and conversation, and inspire the community to take an active role in protecting our shared environment.
Budget: $15,000 – Deadline: April 17, 2026
The City of Hopkins, MN is seeking proposals for a mural that will support community members and Light Rail Transit riders with creative placemaking and wayfinding. The mural must feature a bird, or birds, identified by the National Audubon Society as vulnerable in the Hopkins area.
Budget: $32,000 – Deadline: April 24, 2026
The Louisiana Percent for Art Program is seeking qualifications from artists or artist teams interested in creating a site-specific public artwork at Alost Hall, Northwestern State University’s new primary academic building. Both interior and exterior locations for artwork are open for consideration.
Budget: $264,000 – Deadline: Apr. 27, 2026
The City of Bentonville’s Public Art Advisory Board and Bentonville Parks and Recreation are seeking proposals for sculptural artwork in the new cricket pitch in Creekside Park. The artwork should function as a landmark in the park and incorporate themes related to the game of cricket.
Budget: $30,000 – Deadline: April 29, 2026
The Women’s Art Initiative of Rock Hill, SC is seeking proposals from artists to create a contemporary outdoor sculpture/design feature for the Emmett Scott Recreation Center. The artwork should reflect the local history of Rock Hill and emphasize the value of music and education.
Budget: $30,000 – Deadline: April 30, 2026
The City of Suwanee Public Arts Commission is seeking qualifications to create a signature sculpture for a new urban-style park in the city center. The committee would like an interactive piece that becomes a hallmark of the area.
Budget: $1,000,000 – Deadline: April 30, 2026
Norman Arts Council, on behalf of The City of Norman, is seeking an artist or artist team to create an interactive or kinetic artwork for the University Town Center, a new development in Norman, OK. The artwork should appeal to both residents and visitors and function in daylight as well as nighttime hours.
Budget: $350,000 – Deadline: Apr. 30, 2026
The Louisiana Percent for Art Program seeks qualifications from artists or artist teams for a site-specific, exterior public art installation at the new Origin Bank Center for Student-Athlete Success at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA. The artwork should feature a realistic and recognizable depiction of the Louisiana Tech Bulldog mascot.
Budget: $88,000 – Deadline: Apr. 30, 2026
The City of Upper Arlington Parks and Recreation Department invites artists to submit their qualifications to design a sculptural or three-dimensional artwork for the Bob Crane Community Center in Upper Arlington, OH. The selected work should define a gathering space within the center, fostering a welcoming environment that supports health, wellness, and connection.
Budget: $100,000 – Deadline: May 1, 2026
The City of Chattanooga and the Chattanooga Housing Authority are seeking artist qualifications for a new mural in Chattanooga’s Westside neighborhood. The mural should be inspired by the local neighborhood and create an iconic presence in the heart of the community.
Budget: $40,000 – Deadline: May 3, 2026
The Louisiana Percent for Art Program seeks qualifications from artists or artist teams for a site-specific public artwork for the Nicholls State University School of Nursing in Thibodaux, LA. The artwork should reflect the legacy of the nursing profession, the values of the School of Nursing, and the cultural and environmental context of South Louisiana.
Budget: $135,000 – Deadline: May 7, 2026
The City of Pompano Beach, FL is seeking artists to design, fabricate, and install an exterior sculpture for the Ali Cultural Center. The theme of the sculpture is “Rooted Pride, Living Legacy.”
Budget: $35,000 – Deadline: May 12, 2026
The Massachusetts Design Art & Technology Institute is seeking an artist to create suspended artwork for the interior stairwell of The Quest, an upcoming collaborative business hub. The artwork should have a dynamic feel and reflect the economic innovations of the city.
Budget: $20,000 – Deadline: May 13, 2026
Northwood Ravin, in partnership with the Decatur Arts Alliance, seeks qualifications from artists for the Halo Decatur Public Art Mural Project, consisting of five exterior murals within a new mixed-use development in Decatur, GA. Community input will help select mural artists, ensuring Halo remains a hub for creativity and engagement.
Budget: $178,500 – Deadline: May 15, 2026
The City of Bentonville’s Public Art Advisory Committee is seeking proposals for a large-scale sculptural artwork to be installed inside the roundabout at Water Tower Rd and SE 8th Street. The artwork should function as a site-specific landmark that is not distracting to drivers.
Budget: $50,000 – Deadline: May 27, 2026
The City of Orlando invites professional artists to submit preliminary proposals for a public art installation at Fire Station 18 in Orlando, FL. The artwork should honor the service, courage, and professionalism of Orlando’s firefighters while reflecting the station’s unique connection to emergency response, and forward momentum.
Budget: $53,377 – Deadline: May 22, 2026
The City of Merriam and Merriam Public Art Committee invite public artists to submit qualifications for the creation of an interactive sculpture for the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail in Merriam, KS. The sculpture should be site-specific while drawing on themes of nature.
Budget: $250,000 – Deadline: June 5, 2026
The City of Winston-Salem's Public Art Commission is launching the CNI Resident Artist Project, a one-time artist residency funded through the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI) Public Art Revitalization Program. The artist will collaborate with the Public Art Commission to work with East Winston-Salem residents to develop an artistic project that is community-focused.
Budget: $300,000 – Deadline: June 29, 2026
The Western States Arts Federation’s Public Art Art Archive invites artists who are not already listed, to submit artwork for inclusion in a national online database of public art. To be considered, you must be a professional artist who has completed and installed public artwork.
Budget: N/A – Deadline: Rolling
Please note, projects marked with ⊗ indicates the artist(s) may be requested to supply uncompensated services to apply.
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