Public Art - Overview

'Capital Prow' sculpture - Civic Square

Wellington has a diverse range of art in public places by local, national and international artists and designers. These are an integral part of the urban environment and include sculptures, statues, memorials, urban and landscape design, fountains, mosaics and murals.

The establishment of much of Wellington's public art is due to a long-standing partnership between the Council and the Wellington Sculpture Trust.

Public Art Online

Find out where sculptures and memorials are located and who created them:

• Gallery of Art in Public Places - Sculptures
• Gallery of Art in Public Places - Memorials

View current and past public art projects:

• Temporary Art - Current Projects
• Temporary Art - Past Projects

Learn about the ideas behind the light boxes in Courtenay Place, or submit a proposal:

Light Boxes

Heritage & Public Art Trails

Discover the early history, the public art and the heritage buildings on these trails through the various parts of the city and waterfront:

Heritage Trails

Panel & Policy

Learn about the Council's Public Art Policy and the Public Art Panel that advocates for public art in the capital:

Public Art - Policy and Panel

More Information

Eve Armstrong
Arts Advisor

Related Links

• Art on the Waterfront - Wellington Waterfront website
• Grants
• Wellington Sculpture Trust website

Department Details:
City Arts