Public Arts Commission

About the Public Arts Commission 

Created under Ordinance No. 2015.13, Jackson Public Arts Commission is an advisory body to the City Council with the goal to improve the quality of public spaces and make Jackson a better place to live and work.

1. Please keep in mind that all City regulations and rules must be met and that this process may require the applicant to obtain appropriate contracts and licenses. 

2. No commercial advertising is permitted, including the inclusion of addresses, phone numbers and websites. 

3. The colors and theme of the project should be consistent with the surrounding area. 

4. The project/mural design/the art, should be relevant and appropriate to the building and City. 

5. Applicant should consider maintenance plans.

6. A sketch or rendering of the work must be included.

This application is required to be completed in full for those who wish to create a mural within the City of Jackson. Please allow a minimum of three months for project review: online application.

Membership

Five members nominated by the Mayor and approved by City Council, who shall be residents of the City. Members shall serve for 3-year terms. Members shall have experience and/or an interest in the placement, creation, or designation of public art. The Arts Commission may appoint up to three (3) appointed ex-officio members, the City Manager or his/her designee, one City Councilmember, and one representative of Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History. Ex-officio members will be appointed to 3-year terms. 

Meetings 

Meetings are generally held quarterly at 5:30 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month when a meeting is set in the 10th Floor Conference Room of Jackson City Hall, 161 W. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI 49201. 

2023 Quarterly Meeting Schedule: 

• Feb. 14
• May 16
• Aug. 15
• Nov. 14

The latest meeting information is posted on the City Meeting and Event Calendar. Future meeting agendas will be posted in the Agenda and Minutes Center.