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ght to remove any messages or postings that are obscene, defamatory, involve fraud, incite violence or criminal conduct, or are in violation of the copyright, trademark right, or other intellectual property right of any third party. Furthermore, City reserves the right to remove any messages or postings that are unrelated to the topic of the forum. These include commercial promotions or purposes, and hyperlinks to material not directly related to the discussion. The City will not be responsible for content posted by any subscriber in any forum, message board, or other area within the service. If a customer does not agree to these terms, the individual should not use the City-sponsored pages. Use of the City-sponsored social media pages shall constitute implicit agreement to these terms. Wherever you go in Longmont, you will find art. Established in 1987, Longmont’s Art in Public Places Program is funded through a 1% levy on most capital improvement projects over $50,000. It is administered through the Longmont Museum and managed by the Art in Public Places Commission of the City of Longmont.

06/05/2026

Next up for the 2026 Art on the Move program is Wind Sprite, Mistral by Annette Coleman.

“Wind Sprite, Mistral” is a whimsical kinetic sculpture made of steel, plexiglass and enamel paint that really comes alive when the wind picks up. Built for Colorado’s gusty winds (and other weather), this piece is meant to move with the elements. As it spins and shifts, pieces of colored plexiglass catch the sunlight and scatter bright, playful patches of color onto the ground.

“Wind Sprite, Mistral” es una escultura cinética caprichosa hecha de acero, plexiglás y pintura de esmalte que cobra vida cuando el viento se intensifica. Construida para los vientos fuertes de Colorado (y otras condiciones climáticas exigentes), esta pieza está diseñada para moverse al ritmo de elementos. A medida que gira y se desplaza, las piezas de plexiglás de colores capturan la luz del sol y esparcen brillantes y juguetones parches de color sobre el suelo.

Head down to 4th Ave. and Main St. to watch this beauty spin in the wind.

05/26/2026

Light, playful and a little dreamy, “Head in the Clouds” by Jodie Bliss celebrates the simple magic of letting your mind wander. Crafted from hand-forged steel, the sculpture blends strength with a surprising softness, brought to life through rich, shifting colors that catch the light.

Ligera, juguetona y un poco soñadora, “Head in the Clouds” por Jodie Bliss celebra la simple magia de dejar que la mente divague. Elaborada en acero forjado a mano, la escultura combina fuerza con una suavidad sorprendente, cobrando vida a través de ricos colores cambiantes que capturan la luz.

See this stunning piece in person on 4th Ave and Main Street, part of this year's "Art on the Move" collection.

05/11/2026

Last Chance- Shock Art voting is closing soon. Head over to 350 Kimbark Street in Longmont to choose your top five boxes this year. They're open Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm. Voting will close end of day Monday, May 18. Don't delay!

04/24/2026

Have you stopped by Old Town Market Place to vote on your favorite Shock Art yet? We're here through April May 4th. Swing by 332 Main St, Longmont, CO 80501 to select your top 5!

Hours for OTM are 10am-7pm Monday-Saturday; 10am-5pm Sunday.

04/18/2026

Created through a paint-by-number project, this vibrant artwork is the result of neighbors of all ages coming together to bring this design to life. The result is something lasting and colorful, rooted in community.

The mural, serving as a backstop for the baseball field, stands as a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the power of collective effort.

Stop by Lanyon Park to see it up close and find your favorite section—you might even spot a piece painted by someone you know.

04/17/2026

Spring is in full bloom!

We’re kicking off a new seasonal series highlighting butterfly-inspired works across Longmont’s public art collection—starting with El Pabellón de Las Mariposas by Jodie Bliss.

Located next to Lake McIntosh, this vibrant piece celebrates 25 years of sister city connection between Ciudad Guzmán and Longmont, while creating a place for community connection and conversation.

Stay tuned as we share more artworks that capture the spirit of the season. Share your favorite Longmont butterfly art in the comments.

04/16/2026

SHOCK ART CLOSING SOON! It's your last chance to submit your design for Shock Art this year. The application window closes this Friday, April 17. Please apply at https://longmontcolorado.gov/museum/art-in-public-places/shock-art/ and don't forget to drop your physical boxes off at one of the following locations by end of day Friday.

LDDA: 320 Main Street Longmont, CO (open until 5pm Friday)
Longmont Public Library: 409 4th Ave. Longmont, CO (open until 5pm Friday)

04/10/2026

The window to submit your design for 2026 is closing soon - April 17! Find more information and apply here https://longmontcolorado.gov/museum/art-in-public-places/shock-art/

04/09/2026

Behind the scenes at Art in Public Places, a big part of our work is caring for the art you see every day. Last week, Ken Williams, the artist behind Brick, came up from Pueblo to complete repairs on the piece at 6th and Main.

Fun Fact: Brick was the very first artwork commissioned through the City’s Art in Public Places program in 1992. Keep an eye out for it next time you’re exploring downtown!

ID: A person stands on a blue ladder, doing repairs on a brick archway. The bottom of the structure features decorative stone elements. Construction materials are visible on the ground nearby.

04/03/2026

Join us! April 22 4-7pm! Longmont Senior Center 910 Longs Peak Ave.

Free for everyone! Come visit the AIPP and Longmont Museum tables!

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