Public Art

What is public art?

Public art is art in any medium located in a public space. Public art and public artworks are original art created for or located in public spaces, accessible to the public at no cost. Public art can be found anywhere in or on City-owned buildings and spaces in Oshawa.

Public art plays a role in beautifying the community, engaging residents creating a sense of place, creating links to economic growth and strengthening tourism.

What are types of public art?

Public art installations may include (but are not limited to): sculptures, murals, street art, mosaics, two-dimensional artworks, interactive artworks, temporary installations and community art projects. Monuments, water and outdoor garden features, street furniture/functional art and engineering or architectural features can also be public art if they include a strong design and/or integrated artistic feature.

Public Art Policy and Public Art Master Plan

The City of Oshawa has a Public Art Policy and Public Art Master Plan, which together guide the ongoing implementation of the City's Public Art Program.

Read more about the Public Art Policy & Master Plan