Ventura, Calif. - The City recently launched a new geographic information system (GIS) map to showcase Ventura’s expansive public art pieces. Discover over 240 pieces of public art by more than 80 artists across town. Since 1991, the City’s Public Art Program has integrated different art forms into city landscapes, including murals, mosaics, sculptures, and more.
“There’s a story behind each piece, and this tool makes it easier than ever to connect the public to these works of art and the artists who created them,” said Recreation Supervisor Elena Waller. “It's possible people have walked right past them and didn’t realize what was hidden in plain sight.”
The City’s Public Art Program provides opportunities for local artists and community members to visually enhance Ventura's landscape. Murals visible from City streets, sidewalks, and public rights of way, must complete a Public Art Mural application and receive design approval from the Arts and Culture Commission before being installed. The Community Partnerships Division in the Parks and Recreation Department oversees this program and provides support navigating the review and approval process.
Explore the map at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/PublicArt and use the interactive dashboard to search by location, artist, type, or creation date.
