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Raleigh’s public art program is a creative force that brings together artists and communities to build a connected and engaged city.
The program supports creation and participation in public art — connecting artists, creative professionals, communities, and City agencies; strengthening Raleigh’s creative community; and supporting an equitable, vibrant, and meaningful public life.
Percent for Public Art Program
Raleigh's Percent for Art Program (PA) reserves 1% of eligible construction project budgets for public art.
Raleigh has completed 15 Percent for Art projects. Currently, there are 24 new public art projects in development across the City connected to construction projects. In total, 47 artists, including 27 local artists, have been selected for PA public art projects.
Learn more about the program.
Get Involved with Public Art
“8-bit to 5G”, 2022, Taylor White, located at 429 S Wilmington St.
Learn about the Raleigh's programs and tools available to help community members add public art to Raleigh.
Public Art Opportunities & Resources
"Seasons of Change and Hope", Joyce Watkins King, vinyl wrap, Together Raleigh bus shelter
Learn more about navigating public art as an artist, view artist opportunities, and explore other resources, including funding opportunities. In addition to the Percent for Art program, Raleigh Arts has several programs for temporary public art projects, including murals, vinyl wraps on transit stops, SEEK Raleigh, and environmental art.
Public Art Opportunities & Resources
Public Art Engagement
Public art should reflect the community. We can't do that without the community's input! We invite you to engage with public art in progress, connect with the artists, and learn more about the process.
Municipal Art Collection
"Sonarc", 2020, Brian Brush, located at Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts. Photograph by Tzu Chen.
The Municipal Art Collection holds more than 700 fine art and public art pieces by local, state, and national artists.
More than 40 works of public art are displayed in public buildings, parks, and other city-owned property.
Learn more about the Collection.
