Public Art

Wilsonville is proud to have a robust Public Art Collection. Check out the virtual tour, which pinpoints each location of Public Art on the map so you know where to go for an up-close look.

• Take the tour! to see all of the artwork in Wilsonville
• View the I-5 Artwork - Beauty & the Bridge

Public Art Program Policy & Guidelines

• Resolution No. 3081, a Resolution of the City of Wilsonville Approving the City of Wilsonville Public Art Policy & Guidelines
• Resolution No. 3151, a Resolution of the City of Wilsonville Amending the City of Wilsonville Public Art Policy & Guidelines

Arts, Culture, and Heritage Commission

For questions please contact Erika Valentine, Arts & Culture Program Coordinator at Evalentine@ci.wilsonville.or.us or 503-570-1629

Recent projects

HeARTs of Wilsonville: Many Cultures, One Heart 

For information on the HeARTs of Wilsonville: Many Cultures, One Heart please CLICK HERE

Memorial Park Skatepark Mural - Abigail Penfold

Installed in the summer of 2024, Washington based skater and muralist completed her work. Penfold's design was inspired by the local wildlife and nature in this area. The mural takes you through the story of many creatures building a skateboard, from ospreys, beavers, squirrels and more. This project was funded through the Metro Community Enhancement Project and was completed in collaboration with the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Commission along with the Wilsonville Skatepark Association. 

Temporary Pride Month Mural  - Daren Todd

A Temporary Pride Month Mural was  on display at the Parks and Recreation Admin Building located at 29600 Park Place in June 2025. The project's purpose was to provide visual representation to uplift, recognize and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and celebrate and honor Pride Month. The selection panel, consisting of members of the DEI Committee and the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Commission selected Daren Todd and his design.

Daren Todd, the mural’s designer, enjoys “funky abstract designs” and “making largerthan-life sized artworks and installations designed to inspire.” He has recently completed work for the Portland Trail Blazers and the Portland Streetcar. His design for Wilsonville Pride is called  'Celebrating In Every Color' and it expresses a vibrant and joyful celebration of queer love, identity and community. The mural is inspired by the Progress Pride Flag and is designed with a rainbow gradient from left to right. Monochromatic hues make up each of the seven panels, a nod to the visual spectrum depicted in the illustrations that honors the full diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community. The design allows for light to come into the building and also invites people to pause, reflect and celebrate Pride in all its forms.

For more information on Daren Todd

In progress projects

Boones Ferry Park - The Essence of the River (no longer accepting applications)

The City of Wilsonville, Oregon is requesting qualifications from talented artist(s) and/or artist team(s) to create a new and engaging public artwork(s) for Boones Ferry Park, a ~15-acre park adjacent to the Willamette River. Also located at this park is the historic Tauchman House, formerly the home to the operator of the historic Boones Ferry. A large new inclusive playground, installed in 2024 has reactivated and enlivened this space. The playground design includes themes of the City’s History and the significance of the Willamette River.

This park is intended to serve the larger community as well as the local neighborhood.; The 2018 Boones Ferry Master Plan is the result of an extensive public process involving members of the general public, City Council, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Planning Commission, as well as Wilsonville Parks and Recreation staff. Within the plan, a desire for a greater connection to the river was a common theme. The plan takes this to heart and combines it with a desire to retain aspects that make Boones Ferry Park special today, including its quiet greenness, relaxed atmosphere, and connection to the historic past.

The theme for this Public Art Project is “The Essence of the River.” The Willamette River flows from west to east through town and was historically the site of a ferry and sternwheeler landing.

It is desired that the artwork(s) celebrates and pulls inspiration from the river and surrounding natural areas in the park. The artwork(s) should be site-specific and engaging for users of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Universal design can be thought of as an intersection of inclusivity, accessibility, and usability for community members regardless of age, disability, or other factors.

The awarded artist/ team should display a strong portfolio of engaging, complex, and interactive public art projects depicting experience and effectiveness working with a variety of stakeholders to receive and implement feedback. The project awardee should be capable of managing their fabrication and installation, while coordinating and communicating effectively with City Staff.

For the complete RFQ including directions please Click Here or see below.

The top three finalists have been determined and are working on their design proposals:

Pete Beeman

Todji Kurtzman

Lin McJunkin & Milo White (Team)