In 1999, Houston’s Civic Art Program was created with the goal of enhancing the quality of life afforded area residents and of improving the experience of the city for visitors.  Since that time more than 25 permanent public art installations have been completed throughout the community.  Public art has taken many forms in Houston, ranging from such traditional murals as the photo-based tile mosaic by Suzanne Sellers at Fire Station #27, to Shelia Klein’s installation Leopard Sky at Intercontinental Airport. 

The Houston Civic Art Program is committed to art in the public domain of the highest quality that may invigorate discussion of social, cultural, historical, or environmental issues.  Projects may possess a direct social relevance that is community referential, or they may push the “civic-engagement” envelope and involve the viewer in the complexities of urban experiences.

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