City of Montrose invites community to help Select theme for new city hall art installation

The City of Montrose is inviting residents to help shape the future of public art at City Hall by voting on the theme for a new artwork installation on the southwest exterior wall of the building.The installation — potentially a mural, metalwork, or a combination of both — will be a lasting piece of public art. The project has a total budget of $50,000. To ensure community voices are heard, the city is launching a survey in early March where residents can vote on one of three potential themes:Interactive – A dynamic artwork that invites public participation, such as a design you can pose with, a 3D element that creates a unique perspective, or an installation that changes with the viewer's angle. This theme is meant to be engaging and fun, making the artwork an experience rather than just something to observe.Local Shout Out – Highlighting elements unique to Montrose, such as local history, landmarks, or notable figures.Botanical – Celebrating the natural beauty of the region through plant and floral imagery."The city is excited to bring this art installation to life in downtown Montrose, and we want the community to be a part of this process," said Michelle Wingfield, DART and community programs coordinator. "By voting on the theme, residents can help guide the creative direction of this installation."The survey will be available through the city's website, social media channels, and community partner networks. The online survey will close March 23. No public meeting is planned for the theme selection process.Next StepsOnce the theme is selected, the city will launch a Call for Entry, inviting artists to submit their proposals. A project team—including city staff, representatives from the Montrose Center for Arts, downtown business owners, Youth City Council members, and City Council members—will review submissions and select a final design by early May. The artwork is expected to be installed in the summer of 2025, with a public celebration to follow.To participate in the survey, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CityHallArtVote or follow the City of Montrose on social media. For information about the City of Montrose visit CityofMontrose.org.

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City of Montrose invites community to help Select theme for new city hall art installation Sunday 3/23 at 12:00am The City of Montrose is inviting residents to help shape the future of public art at City Hall by voting on the theme for a new artwork installation on the southwest exterior wall of the building.The installation — potentially a mural, metalwork, or a combination of both — will be a lasting piece of public art. The project has a total budget of $50,000. To ensure community voices are heard, the city is launching a survey in early March where residents can vote on one of three potential themes:Interactive – A dynamic artwork that invites public participation, such as a design you can pose with, a 3D element that creates a unique perspective, or an installation that changes with the viewer's angle. This theme is meant to be engaging and fun, making the artwork an experience rather than just something to observe.Local Shout Out – Highlighting elements unique to Montrose, such as local history, landmarks, or notable figures.Botanical – Celebrating the natural beauty of the region through plant and floral imagery."The city is excited to bring this art installation to life in downtown Montrose, and we want the community to be a part of this process," said Michelle Wingfield, DART and community programs coordinator. "By voting on the theme, residents can help guide the creative direction of this installation."The survey will be available through the city's website, social media channels, and community partner networks. The online survey will close March 23. No public meeting is planned for the theme selection process.Next StepsOnce the theme is selected, the city will launch a Call for Entry, inviting artists to submit their proposals. A project team—including city staff, representatives from the Montrose Center for Arts, downtown business owners, Youth City Council members, and City Council members—will review submissions and select a final design by early May. The artwork is expected to be installed in the summer of 2025, with a public celebration to follow.To participate in the survey, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CityHallArtVote or follow the City of Montrose on social media. For information about the City of Montrose visit CityofMontrose.org. Visit our site

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