From August 20 to 22, the Tucson community is invited to participate in a series of activities designed to spark conversation and exchange ideas about Udall Park’s new inclusive playground while creating opportunities to make, enjoy, learn, and connect. Community input will help inspire the public artwork by artist Sasha Primo, created in collaboration with … Read more
TUCSON, AZ — The City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility and the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona have partnered to restore the Miracle Mile mosaic mural on Interstate 10, marking a significant milestone for public art in the city. Local artist Paloma Jacqueline led the fabrication of approximately 2,000 new ceramic … Read more
The Santa Rita Park public art project is part of the City of Tucson’s Proposition 407 Parks and Connections Bond initiative, which aims to enhance public spaces and strengthen community connectivity. Alongside the addition of new public artwork, the park is undergoing major improvements, including a new splash pad, renovated sports fields and lighting, an … Read more
Kennedy Park’s new public artworks include three mosaic murals created by artists Paloma Jacqueline and Carlos Valenzuela, with creative support from artist Jesus Robles and many community members. The artworks celebrate local athletes, community history, and shared activities such as gardening, cooking, music, dancing, sports, and the desert landscape. The artists were selected by a … Read more
Opportunity Details Status: Closed Due date: April 9, 2026 11:59 pm Award: Budget: $315,000 Managed by: publicart@artsfoundtucson.org Submission link: https://artsfoundtucson.submittable.com/submit Eligibility: Open to professional artists and artist teams with experience creating large-scale public art sculptures for Southern Arizona’s desert climate.22nd St Camino Seco to Houghton RFQ_Guidelines Download Guidelines (pdf) | English Download Guidelines (pdf) | Español PROJECT OVERVIEW The 22nd St: Camino Seco … Read more
PROJECT OVERVIEW Are you a collaborative artist who loves teaching, learning, and creating with community members? The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona, in partnership with the Pima County Health Department, invites artists and artist teams to lead community-driven art projects that help reduce stigma around substance use. We are seeking artists who are … Read more
Housing PROJECT OVERVIEW Sugar Hill on Stone is a new affordable housing development located in the Sugar Hill neighborhood at 1910 N. Stone Avenue. The project will offer 66 one-, two-, and three-bedroom units across three- and four-story buildings. Amenities will include a BBQ area, a playground for children, and a multi-purpose community room. This development is part of the HUD Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI) Housing … Read more
Housing PROJECT OVERVIEW The historic Tucson House, Tucson’s largest public housing complex, is undergoing major renovations to enhance housing for residents aged 55 and older. Located in the Blue Moon neighborhood at 1501 N. Oracle Rd., the project includes full apartment renovations, new mechanical and security systems, elevator replacements, upgraded amenities, and new public art … Read more
Housing PROJECT OVERVIEW Amazon Flats is a 59-unit new construction affordable housing project located at 1135 W. Miracle Mile in the Thrive in the ‘05 HUD Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) area. Expected to break ground in Spring 2026, the project is being co-developed by El Pueblo Housing Development, the City’s nonprofit affordable housing arm, and Gorman & Company. … Read more
Housing PROJECT OVERVIEW Amazon Flats is a 59-unit new construction affordable housing project located at 1143 W. Miracle Mile in the Thrive in the ‘05 HUD Choice Neighborhood Implementation (CNI) area. Expected to break ground in Spring 2026, the project is being co-developed by El Pueblo Housing Development, the City’s nonprofit affordable housing arm, and Gorman & Company as the Housing Implementation Entity for Choice Neighborhoods. Amazon Flats will serve households earning … Read more