Through the Iowans Create Community Mural Program, the Iowa Arts Council matches a selected Iowa artist and community to plan, design and create an original mural that showcases the community’s unique creative and cultural identity and builds civic pride and engagement.

The selected artist or artist team will work with the Iowa Arts Council and the selected community partner to envision, design, and create an original mural that activates a public space, welcomes visitors and showcases the authentic character of the community. The selected artist or artist team will be expected to take part in several meetings with the selected community as part of the design and development process.

Communities: 
Deadline: October 28, 2026
Applicants must be physically located in and benefit an Iowa community with a population of 20,000 or fewer.

Artists:
Deadline: October 30, 2026