Public Art Program

One of the City of Fairfax’s main goals is to create a distinctive sense of place—both physically and culturally. To achieve this, the city is combining its unique public spaces with rich cultural and educational experiences. A strong public art program is one way the city is working toward that goal.

Mural of a red creature driving a corn cob car in front of 29 Diner, with the sign reading “Always Open.”
Fairfax Mural (2020) by MADSTEEZ at 29 Diner.

Call for Art

Stay tuned for more future Calls for Art. If you would like to be notified of the next call, email Megan DuBois.

Take a Virtual Public Art Tour

Laptop screen displaying a virtual tour of Fairfax City Public Art

Start the tour

Explore Fairfax City’s vibrant public art through a virtual tour. From colorful murals and striking statues to immersive digital experiences, this interactive journey lets you discover how creativity brings the city’s streets to life.

Business-Driven Public Art

The City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts and Public Art Committee work closely with the Board of Architectural Review to identify great locations for public art in developments in the city! If you are a business owner in the city and interested in adding public art to your property, email Cultural Arts Manager, Megan DuBois for more information.

Mural panels from Fairfax Contemporary Pictures (2022) by Joseph Crain English, depicting stylized Fairfax scenes on a building exterior.
Fairfax Contemporary Pictures (2022) by Joseph Crain English.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee of the City of Fairfax Commission of the Arts meets periodically to discuss new public art locations and opportunities to bring public art to the city. Learn more by clicking the link below. 

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