Understand the public art process
You should understand the process community-led public art projects follow in Minneapolis. Once you know you'll be ready to get started.
Custom utility box art wraps
We explain how you can pay a local artist to create a custom art design to wrap a utility box.
Before you begin
What to know
Custom Art Wrap Application
The second approval needed for your custom utility box art wrap project. Unlike pre-approved wrap designs, they go through the entire public art process.
What to include
These are the items you need to include in your application:
- Eligible location
- Biography of artist you plan to hire for their work
- Eligible permit holder
- Community support
- Maintenance plan and budget
- Removal plan and budget
- Temperatures above 55 degrees
- General liability insurance
Steps to apply for a custom utility box wraps art project
Public art application approvals
- Community-led public art project have three approvals.
- The second application is Arts Commission application.
| Approval number | Application name | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eligibility Request | This approval determines if your proposed site or utility box is eligible for public art. |
| 2 | Arts Commission Application |
This approval goes before the Arts Commission to determine if your project meets public art goals and city rules. |
| 3 | Final permits and paperwork | This is the final approval. Once the documents in this application are approved you can start your art installation. |
Contact us
Talia Moorman
Arts and Cultural Affairs Department
Phone
Address
Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 510
Minneapolis, MN 55415