The City of Grand Junction and the Commission on Arts and Culture have announced six new calls for artists to create original artwork for the upcoming Community Recreation Center, currently under construction. The deadlines to submit proposals are in February 2026 with most installation dates from July-August, 2026. Detailed information about submitting proposals can be found at gjcity.org under the Arts and Culture tab.
The call for six pieces of art include mural designs for the Child Watch room, the Mezzanine Fitness studio, and Community Room, as well as additional artwork for a Story Wall, Recognition Wall, and a design for an acoustic panel in the Community Lounge. Artwork should utilize the design threads and color palettes outlined in the call.
Artists are offered a two-month process to assemble their proposals for this project. Interested artists are encouraged to apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, proposal, design sketches, and annotated images of original representative work. The selection panel will consist of representatives from the City of Grand Junction and the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture.
Funding comes from the City’s 1% for the Arts Program. This program expands opportunities for residents and visitors to experience high quality art by facilitating the acquisition and display of art in public places by budgeting 1% for public art from certain city capital improvement projects.
The Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture is dedicated to helping create and nurture a climate and conditions in Grand Junction in which the arts and culture can thrive and grow. For more information about serving as a volunteer for the Commission on Arts and Culture or on other city boards and commissions, email cityclerk@gjcity.org or call 970-244-1509.