Public art projects are managed by Metro Arts staff following a process outlined in the Public Art Guidelines. Artworks may be purchased or commissioned using the one or a combination of recruitment and selection methods approved by the Arts Commission. For commissioned artworks, it typically takes 2-3 years from project inception to installation of a site-specific artwork. The community-informed process results in a permanent artwork for the city's collection for all to enjoy. The process can be briefly outlined in ten steps, though the steps and order vary from project to project.

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Learn more about the Bordeaux Gateway project and the Arthur Avenue project. Additional public art projects at Looby Community Center, Strobel House (Permanent Supportive Housing), and Old Hickory Community Center, to be added soon.

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