public art open call

The Economic Development Department’s Art in Public Places (AIPP) program is the City of Austin’s public art program. The Art in Public Places program commissions visual artists who work across all media to create site-specific installations and unique public art that reflect the history and values of our communities. These cultural landmarks have become cornerstones of Austin’s identity.  

Created in 1985, by action of Austin City Council, the City ordinance establishes 2% of eligible capital improvement project budgets as a set-aside commitment to commission artists or purchase art for City-owned property and facilities.

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Current Open Calls

St. John Redevelopment Site Project - St. John Park, located in the heart of the St. John neighborhood on the northeast corner of St. Johns Avenue and Interstate I-35. Learn more.

  • Submission Opens: February 3, 2025, 8 a.m. CST
  • Submission Deadline: March 14, 2025, 5 p.m. CS

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Art in Public Places Year in Review

 

calls are open for artwork to be installed in the redesigned park space of St. John Site. Artist(s) with ties to the historic St. John neighborhood are strongly encouraged to apply.

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