Public Art & Community Projects

Open Calls & Recent Projects

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A Tribute to Melvin Franklin - Call for Artists

Application Closed

Son of a Son of a Sailor - A Hometown Memorial to Jimmy Buffett

Applications Closed

Mobile Arts Council partners with Army Corps of Engineers in search for local art

Application Closed

New Public Art Website Launched with City of Mobile

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Isom Clemon Civil Rights Memorial Park

Project Compete

Chickasabogue Park Conference Center - Window Art Design Contest

Winner Announced July 2023

Utility Box Art Accepting Applications

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"Discovery" - A Tribute to E. O. Wilson

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Hall of Fame Courtyard

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Experience Public Art

The City of Mobile and the Mobile Arts Council have partnered together to create an interactive map highlighting dozens of fantastic public artworks in Downtown Mobile.


From unique sculptures and breathtaking murals to hand-painted utility boxes and the Mobile Bay Oyster Trail, there is a wide variety of artwork throughout Mobile’s downtown. The Mobile Public Art Experience chronicles all of those works — more than 70 pieces of art — in one easy-to-use online map. It’s perfect for visitors exploring the city and locals who want to find all of Mobile’s public works of art.


Developed by the City of Mobile’s GIS Department, the map features the names, locations and details of the public artworks that contribute to downtown Mobile’s rich character. The Mobile Arts Council also worked to compile information about these various pieces and the artists behind them.


While the initial focus of the public art map is on downtown, the city will soon expand its effort with the Mobile Arts Council to include additional pieces of public art throughout Mobile, such as the outdoor sculptures at the Mobile Museum of Art, the Geri Moulton Children’s Park and many other locations.


Experience Public Art

June 23, 2026
Apply today to be a muralist in Mobile's inaugural mural festival, MobTown Mural Fest!
May 6, 2026
Apply now for the 2026 MAC Member’s Show! Submit artwork by June 1st for a chance to win awards. Join us for the ArtWalk reception!
photography workshop led by Richard Dollison for Mobile Arts Council members
May 5, 2026
Join our workshop to enhance your smartphone photography skills. Download Lightroom Mobile & Snapseed before attending!
May 2026 Exhibition Graphic Daniel Domenzain Kathleen Kirk Stoves
May 5, 2026
Explore Dan Domenzain's photography capturing authentic moments. Join us to celebrate community art and creativity!
Members' Mini MAC Gallery Cherrelle Jefferson Smith exhibition art show
April 28, 2026
Experience Cherrelle Jefferson Smith's untitled art at the Member’s Mini MAC Exhibition. Open 24/7 on Joachim Street, downtown Mobile.
April 22, 2026
Celebrate Ron Barrett LLC as April's Member of the Month! Learn about their floral artistry & support for the Mobile arts community.
April 22, 2026
Join us for upcoming art events & community initiatives. Engage with local artists and support the vibrant arts scene!
April 21, 2026
Celebrate Phoebe Graham, our April Artist Member of the Month. Explore her impactful art and faith-driven journey today!
April 17, 2026
Apply for the SHC + MAC Artist Residency. Enjoy studio space & lead workshops. Deadline: August 30, 2026.
April 16, 2026
Submit your work for the Proud & Free Open Call. Celebrate LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the arts. Join us today!