Permanent Public Art Commissions

Who Can Apply: Austin-based and Texas-based professional visual artists and artist-led teams; emerging, mid-career, and established artists eligible for the Pre-Qualified Pool.
The Focus: Design, fabricate, and install site-specific public artworks that reflect Austin's history, culture, and community values for permanent public art collection.
Compensation: Commission budgets: $90,000 (Asian American Resource Center Pavilion), $170,000 per commission (Shared Streets Program, 3 opportunities), $300,000 (Northeast Service Center), and $10,000–$250,000+ for future Pre-Qualified Pool projects.
Key Requirements: Portfolio/work samples, artist statement, project proposal addressing site-specific design and community engagement, CV/résumé, references; application submitted through publicartist.org.

DeadlineMonday, August 3, 2026

PayCommission budgets range from $90,000 to $300,000. Individual opportunities: Asian American Resource Center Pavilion ($90,000), Shared Streets Program ($170,000 per commission, 3 opportunities), Northeast Service Center ($300,000), 2026-2028 Texas Pre-Qualified Public Artist Pool (future commissions ranging from $10,000 to $250,000+).

LocationAustin, TX

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesEmerging, Mid-Career, Established

Disciplinespublic art, site-specific installation, civic art

Application notesApplications submitted through publicartist.org. Virtual Open Office Hours held every Tuesday 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. during application period. In-person and virtual Artist Information Sessions scheduled throughout July 2026. Language interpretation available upon request (minimum 2 business days notice). Contact: AIPP@austintexas.gov.

ContactAIPP@austintexas.gov

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City of Austin, Art in Public Places