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Public Art

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Public Art

Denver’s Public Art Program was established in 1988 as an Executive Order under Mayor Federico Peña.

The order, enacted into Ordinance by Mayor Wellington E. Webb, directs that 1% of any capital improvement project over $1 million undertaken by the City, be set aside for the inclusion of art in the design and construction of these projects. Over the past 20 years, along with the historic and donated works of art, make up the City’s 300+ piece Public Art Collection, with several that have become iconic symbols for Denver. The Public Art collection has expanded the opportunity for Denver residents to experience art in public places, thereby creating more visually pleasing environments.

VIEW all the art in the Public Art Guide to Downtown Denver.

The Colorado Convention Center is honored to have their own wonderful collection of public art on-site. Information about the City's entire public art collection and opportunities for involvement in the public art process is available by calling (720) 865-4313.

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Logo for Hard Ain't it Hard: A Song to Woody Guthrie
Logo for Hard Ain't it Hard: A Song to Woody Guthrie
Hard Ain't it Hard: A Song to Woody Guthrie
  • Understudy
  • Aug 2, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025
Logo for Los Tigres del Norte "La Lotería"
Logo for Los Tigres del Norte "La Lotería"
Los Tigres del Norte "La Lotería"
  • Bellco Theatre
  • Aug 30, 2025
Logo for Rob Thomas
Logo for Rob Thomas
Rob Thomas
  • Bellco Theatre
  • Sep 2, 2025
Logo for 2025 CEDIA Expo
Logo for 2025 CEDIA Expo
2025 CEDIA Expo
  • Colorado Convention Center
  • Sep 3, 2025 to Sep 6, 2025