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About Community-Run Public Art Microgrants

The Community-Run Public Art Microgrant Program provides a platform for communities to initiate and lead public art projects that reflect their unique identities and values. Recognizing that impactful public art often begins as grassroots ideas, this program encourages community-led organizations in Calgary/Mohkinstsis to create public art experiences in collaboration with local artists. Successful applicants receive up to $15,000 in funding to bring their artistic visions to life while engaging local artists.

This initiative encourages communities to explore themes such as Indigenous stories, social change and local histories, fostering a sense of connection and pride through public art.

The Community-Run Public Art Microgrant Program provides a platform for communities to initiate and lead public art projects that reflect their unique identities and values. Recognizing that impactful public art often begins as grassroots ideas, this program encourages community-led organizations in Calgary/Mohkinstsis to create public art experiences in collaboration with local artists. Successful applicants receive up to $15,000 in funding to bring their artistic visions to life while engaging local artists.

This initiative encourages communities to explore themes such as Indigenous stories, social change and local histories, fostering a sense of connection and pride through public art.

Works in Community-Run Public Art Microgrants

  • Gateway to Nature

    A mural that depicts the natural beauty of their community for thousands of commuters each day.
    Mural
  • Erlton Community Association Mural in Lindsay Park 2024

    This mural beautified a previously drab area and made a very welcoming area for people to gather.
    Mural
  • APAC Mural Project

    Themed around youth and music in Calgary, the mural reflects and promotes the YSC values of artistic integrity, excellence, community building, inclusion, personal development & self-expression.
    Mural
  • Stories of this land

    Artist Matias Martinez developed the concept for the mural and led a series of workshops for community members to create individual painted elements.
    Mixed Media
  • Memory Walk

    The new concrete pad and benches created by local artisans helped to create a space for people to gather and learn more about the history of their community.
    Functional
  • Beauty in the Brick

    The works reflect the natural world around us and the creative community that thrives in Mayland Heights.
    Mural

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