Las Cruces Public Art celebrates the rich cultural heritage and artistic spirit of our community through a diverse collection of public art installations. From striking sculptures to colorful murals, our public art enhances the beauty of our urban landscape and fosters a sense of connection and pride among residents and visitors alike.
“Made You Look!” Public Art Selfie Challenge
Participate in our “Made You Look!” Public Art Selfie Challenge throughout June.
How to enter:
- Take a selfie with any public art piece in our community
- Post it and tag @LCPublicArt or DM it to us on Facebook or Instagram. Or email it to [email protected]
- Use #MadeYouLook
- You’re entered to win a “Made You Look!” car sun shade
Not sure where to find public art? You can identify locations at LasCruces.gov/PublicArtMap
Help us highlight our community’s vibrant public art. Your selfies bring these pieces to life!
*By sending or tagging your selfie, you’re kindly allowing us to reshare it on our platforms as part of the campaign
Contact Us
Email Public Art: [email protected]
Physical Address:
700 N Main St
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Mailing Address
PO Box 20000
Las Cruces, NM 88007
Phone:575-541-2780/TTY:711
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City Art Board
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East Mesa Public Recreation Complex Public Art Project
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Fire Station 2 Mural
The City of Las Cruces Quality of Life/Public Art Program, in partnership with the Fire Department, invited the public to vote for their favorite mural design. Artists submitted concept designs…
Fire Station 9 Art Installation
The City of Las Cruces Public Art program (LCPA) has commissioned an artist to create a site-specific outdoor art piece to promote the forthcoming Fire Station #9.
Percent for Art
Percent for Art is a common way to fund public art programs in New Mexico communities as well as nationwide. The Las Cruces Public Art master plan recommended the City…
Public Art GO Bond Projects
A portion of approved bond capacity is being used for Public Art. The GO Bond would provide continued improvements for residents on the city’s growing east side. Click here to…
Public Art Maintenance and Restoration
Public art is a community asset that should be properly maintained. Las Cruces Public Art will regularly conduct a survey of the condition of each work in the public art…
Public Art Master Plan
The Las Cruces Public Art Master Plan Under Resolution 20-111, the Las Cruces Pubilc Art Master Plan was adopted by City Council on March 2, 2020. The master planning process,…
Rubber Ducks Blog
Rubber Ducks blog is brought to you by the Las Cruces Public Art program to share ideas, information, discussions, trends, and all things public art.
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