Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville, in partnership with the Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council, ArtLink, and Drafts by Ola, is launching a bold, new public art initiative: Concrete in Color: From Parking Garage to Public Gallery.
As part of Clarksville’s Summer Celebration of the Arts, the First Street Parking Garage stairwells will be transformed into a vibrant public gallery featuring 16 murals on 16 landings, each measuring 9 by 9 feet.
This project will highlight local artistic talent while encouraging a little extra aerobic stair climbing along the way.
Artists and teams of artists are invited to submit proposals to help bring this dynamic space to life
To sign up, go to https://forms.gle/8rcYE7irYXpisdD1A
Submission Requirements
Each proposal must include:
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Two digital images of previous two-dimensional work
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A written description of the proposed mural design
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A rough or finished sketch of the proposed mural
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Artist name(s) (no more than four members in a team)
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Address, email, and phone number
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Age (if under 18)
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Relevant experience
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List of supplies needed
The City will provide paint and basic supplies.
Important Dates
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Submission Deadline: May 1st, 2026
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Notification of Selected Artists: May 15th, 2026
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Painting Days: Friday–Sunday, June 12th–14th, 2026
The public is invited on Saturday, June 13th, to watch the murals take shape during a community arts celebration featuring live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
Concrete in Color promises to turn an everyday public space into an inspiring visual experience that reflects the creativity and spirit of Clarksville.
For more information or to submit a proposal, contact Dr. Ellen Kanervo, executive director of the Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council at ahdc@artsandheritage.us.
