The City of Reno works to make arts and culture accessible to everyone by offering public art, preserving history, and supporting cultural organizations. Public art is an important part of the City’s ongoing commitment to our city's strong arts appreciation and local talent. Reno has more than 200 public artworks, and new pieces are added often. Gallery spaces around the city show year-round exhibits from local and regional artists and arts groups. Each year, the city also gives grants to local nonprofits to help grow arts and culture programs, building our community’s cultural landscape. Historic preservation helps us understand Reno’s history through careful identification, restoration, and reuse of historic sites.
Public Art Projects
Learn more about on-going and past public art projects happening at the City of Reno, how to get involved, and stay up to date on progress and community engagement activities.
Public Art Archive
Explore the City of Reno Public Art Collection on the Public Art Archive. Use map view to see where art pieces are in Reno or filter for different types of artwork, artists, years, and programs.
Historic Preservation
Dive deeper into the City’s historic preservation program including Reno’s Register of Historic Places, historic markers and surveys, StoryMaps of historic events, and learn about on-going preservation projects.
Small Walls Program
The City of Reno Small Walls Program is a recent initiative to expand the number of murals in Reno, increase partnerships with local businesses and organizations, and provide opportunities for artists at various levels of their careers. The Small Walls Artist Roster features prequalified Reno area artists, from emerging muralists to established professionals, working in a wide range of styles and mural techniques who are eligible for opportunities under the City of Reno Small Walls Program.
City Art Galleries
The City of Reno programs three visual arts galleries, two window galleries, and a video wall with artists and community groups. Exhibitions rotate throughout the year, putting on display our local talent and celebrating the diversity of artistic styles in Reno.
Arts & Culture Grants
Reno’s Arts and Culture Grants Program is an investment in the arts and culture that contributes to a more vibrant community and spur economic growth. Qualified nonprofit organizations and public institutions are encouraged to apply in September every year for the Project Grant and Event Grant. Review grant guidelines and learn more about the program.