Moscow Public Art
Public art is at the heart of Moscow’s creative culture, and with a collection including works by local and regional artists, its public spaces reflect the Inland Northwest’s tradition of artistic excellence.
Artworks range from sculptures and murals to framed pieces in the City’s portable collection. Temporary artworks include vinyl-wrapped utility boxes, storm drain murals, and bus shelters as well as sculptures at the Intermodal Transit Center on the University of Idaho campus.
The City of Moscow’s acquisition of public art began in the 1980s, and is supported by a 1% for the Arts fund established by ordinance in 2004. A Public Art Master Plan guides the Moscow Arts Commission, Arts staff, and community members as they incorporate new works into the City’s landscape.
Moscow is rich with diversity of thought, inhabited by minds open to possibility and creative interpretation. As such, the public art program celebrates the artist as a professional and valued business partner while welcoming a broad range of media and art-making processes into its collection.
Now Accepting Vinyl Wrap Submissions!
The submission period for artist designs to be installed on vinyl-wrapped traffic signal boxes is open until 5 p.m. on February 24.
Now Accepting Storm Drain Mural Submissions!
Artists are invited to submit designs for mobile mini-murals on sign stands, to be placed near highly visible storm drain inlets. The submission period is open until 5 p.m. on March 9.
Public Art Dedication on November 4, 2022
Access at the ITC Sculpture Garden
Access by J. Casey Doyle, an artwork featuring a stack of three cloud forms and a ladder, was permanently installed in November 2022. It is a memorial to Andrew Thatcher Becker, a longtime Moscow resident whose advocacy for people with disabilities greatly impacted the community. The artwork installation was made possible by a donation from Becker’s family.
Doyle’s artwork was selected for its alignment with Becker’s core beliefs in the dignity of all people, the equity of accessible communities, and the value of pathways both literal and figurative: smooth sidewalks to travel or communications that connect people to one another.
Accessibility, communication, compassion, understanding, and courage were watchwords for Becker, whose spirit of inclusion infused all of his work in Moscow. After studying political science at the University of Idaho, Becker pursued activism in many forms, including teaching as well as advocacy for human rights and the rights of people with disabilities. Becker shared energy with his community at Milestone Decisions and in service to the Moscow Human Rights Task Force, City of Moscow Human Rights Commission, and the Mobility Task Force.
Doyle is an Associate Professor of Art and Design at the University of Idaho. He received his MFA with an emphasis in Sculpture from The Ohio State University in 2007 where he was a University Fellow. He holds a BFA with emphases in Sculpture and Metals & Jewelry and a BA with emphasis in Spanish from New Mexico State University. He is the recipient of two Idaho Commission on the Arts Fellowships. He exhibits his work both nationally and internationally. His art combines interests in craft, sculpture, metals & jewelry, video, gender and the concept of play. For more information about Doyle’s work, see: https://jcaseydoyle.com/
PERMANENT COLLECTION
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Children at Play," 2010, East City Park
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David Govedare, "Dancing," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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Avard T. Fairbanks, "Doughboy Memorial," 1923, East City Park
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FABS (Camille Cote), "Filter of life," 2019, Water Filter Plant
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David Govedare, "Focus," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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Robert Horner, "Helio-Terra," 2012, Wren Welcome Garden
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Harold Balazs, "Hey Mom! Look at me!," 1999, Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center
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Melissa Cole, "Inspiration," 2018, Latah County Library District Moscow Branch
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Lizette Fife and K-6 students of Lena Whitmore Elementary School, "Lena Whitmore Goes Swimming," 2000, Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center
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Issak Julye, "Lock Onto Something Great," 2011, Water Department
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Melissa Cole, "Pollination," 2018, Latah County Library District Moscow Branch
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David Govedare, "Running," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Speed," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Strength," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Swimming," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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Jenifer Corio & Dave Frei, "The Homecoming," 2020, C & Main Street Couplet
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Miles Pepper, "The Volunteer," 2004, Fire Station #3
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Kristin LeVier, "Untitled," 2013, College Street
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Gail Siegel, "Untitled," 2013, City Streets
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Miles Pepper, "Weathervane," 2004, Fire Station #3
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David Govedare, "Yoga," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Aerobics," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Agility," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Balance," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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David Govedare, "Basketball/Volleyball," 2003, Hamilton Indoor Recreation Center
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Bike," 2010, East City Park
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Children at Play," 2010, East City Park
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Children at Play," 2010, East City Park
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Children at Play," 2010, East City Park
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Nethaniel Ealy, "Children at Play," 2010, East City Park
Temporary Collection
VINYL-WRAPPED TRAFFIC SIGNAL BOXES
Artworks featured on vinyl-wrapped boxes have been a part of the City of Moscow’s temporary public art collection since 2012. This project provides public space for artists to share their two-dimensional work with the public, and beautifies street fixtures throughout the community.
Each year, a selection panel chooses several artworks to be displayed at locations throughout Moscow for a period of up to 5 years. These works are enjoyed by Moscow’s visitors and residents alike, and have become a cherished element of the visual landscape.
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Rene Guggenheimer, "Full Circle," 2022, Mountain View & Hwy 8
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Meghan Antkowiak, "Rainbows in the Rivers," 2022, Jackson & A St
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John Donald Carlucci, "Murder in Moscow," 2022, 6th & Alley between Jackson & Main
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Autumn Stanley, "Canola Fields Forever," 2022, Jackson & College
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Dave Tong, "Trail Life," 2022, Styner & Hwy 95
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Inna Popova, "Cereal and Milk," 2021, Perimeter & Hwy 8
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Justin Pickard, "Rent Free Treehouse," 2021, S Blaine & Hwy 8
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Britani Phelps, "Day on the Palouse," 2021, Palouse River Dr & US 95
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Sonya Isenberg, "Explosions," 2021, Warbonnet & Hwy 8
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Leslie Wisocki, "Unraveled," 2017, 6th & Alley between Jackson & Main
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Marisa Gibler, "Toy Box," 2017, Jackson & College
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Alison Meyer, "Glorious Day on the Palouse Hills," 2018, Wren Welcome Garden
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Dominic Chiaramonte, "Untitled," 2018, Water Reclamation & Reuse Facility
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Justin Pickard, "Amanita muscaria," 2018, 6th & Jackson
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Julene Ewert, "Spring Flowers in Mason Jars," 2018, 3rd & Jackson
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Julene Ewert, "Grounding Hills," 2018, 3rd & Washington
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Danielle Mitten, "Traffic Jam," 2018, 6th & Washington
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Justin Pickard, "Plant Meditation," 2020, 3rd & Main
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Melissa Rockwood, "I like coffee, I like tea," 2020, 6th & Main
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John Larkin, "Penstock," 2020, D & US 95
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Emily Power, "Whoosh," 2020, Line & Hwy 8
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Julene Ewert, "Constellation Harbor," 2020, Moscow Public Library
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Joey Nance, "Small Town Neon," 2020, Sweet & US 95
STORM DRAIN MURALS
The City of Moscow’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) flows directly into local waterways, including Paradise Creek. The Storm Drain Mural program was created to raise public awareness for this direct connection between storm drains and local streams.
Each year, a selection panel chooses artists to create murals on sign stands. This is an opportunity for artists to share two-dimensional artwork with the public while illustrating Moscow’s commitment to the environment.
INTERMODAL TRANSIT CENTER SCULPTURE GARDEN
The Intermodal Transit Center Sculpture Garden was created by the City of Moscow Arts Department in 2012, and it provides art viewing opportunities for the public as well as exhibition space for emerging regional artists. Each year, a selection panel chooses sculptures to be displayed at the Sculpture Garden for approximately twelve months. These works are viewed by travelers utilizing the many modes of transportation supported by the Intermodal Transit Center.
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Kimberly Timmons, "Do You Wanna Be Friends...?," 2022, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Jorge Hernandez, "I Miss You Love," 2022, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Alyssa Hamburger, "10 Rabbits, 6 Geese, 5 Fish," 2022, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Zehao Chen, "Just FISH," 2022, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Melissa Rockwood, "Appaloosa Story," 2019, Warbonnet and Hatley Way
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Payton Glover, "Your Story Begins Here," 2018, 6th and Greenhouse Street
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Melissa Rockwood, "Moscow Timeline," 2012, 4th and Main
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Juan Mendez, "Untitled, 2011," 6th and Line
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Corey Kelmel, Untitled, 2011, Styner Ave and Hawthorne Dr
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David Waters, "Palouse Hills," 2009, E and N Main
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Laurel Macdonald, "Untitled," 2009, Blaine and White Ave
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Jacob Howell, "Transportation Map," 2009, Farm Road across from WinCo Foods
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Michele Foster, "Tree Bark Images," 2009, 6th and Blaine
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Dan Stephens, "Palouse Winds," 2008, 6th and Deakin Ave
BUS SHELTERS
Bus shelters throughout Moscow have featured artists’ designs since 2008. At the intersection of aesthetic and utilitarian function, these public artworks create a sense of place for those traveling through the city.
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Linda Wallace, "Untitled," 1987, Engineering
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Haru Tsurusaki, "Ceramic Scuplture," 2004, City Hall Administration
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Diana Moses Botkin, "Purple Palouse Morning," 2010, Arts Department
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Jeanne Wood, "Untitled," 2003, Finance Department
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Steve Schulte, "Grassy Mop," 2015, Water Department
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Debra J. Burt, "The Dining Room," 2020
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Ryan Law, "Nairobi," 2018, City Hall
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Andy Sewell, "Garden Studebaker," 2013, Engineering
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Martha McIver, "Untitled," 2009, City Hall
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Nancy Bowman, "View From Sand Road," 2013, City Hall Administration
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Tom Garfield, "Pea Mill," 2010, Engineering
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Tobias Sauer, "Standing Proud," 2017, Water Department
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Mary Kirkwood, "Self Portrait of Mary Kirkwood," 2001, University of Idaho
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Forrest Dickison, "Easter Lilies," 2016, Arts Department
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Linda Wallace, "She Who Calls the Sun Down," 2000, Street Shop
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Henry Stinson, "Portrait Mayor Bill Lambert," 2016, City Hall
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David McGranoghan, "Sidewalk Closed," 2010, Street Shop
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Carolyn Guy, "Porcelain Jar," 2004, Arts Department
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Clara Nickels, "Creation," 2019, Community Events Division
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Terri Walters, "Ginger Jar," 2004, Arts Department
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Arnold Westerlund, "Untitled," 1998, 3rd Street Annex
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Terrie Walters, "Hummingbird Watercolor," 2003, City Hall Administration
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Dana Aldis, "Palouse Impression," 2011, Engineering
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Chuck Pezeshki, "Evening, Southern Pahsimeroi," Date Unknown, City Hall
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Mary Kirkwood, "Family Portrait," 2001, University of Idaho
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Artist Unknown, "Patriotic Flag," Date Unknown, City Hall
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Kelly Knouff-Burk, "Moscow City Hall," 2019, Arts Department
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Larry Ellingson, "Copper Band Reflector," 2013, Street Department
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Mary Kirkwood, "Portrait of Robert Kerr (1949)," 2001, University of Idaho
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Tom Garfield, "Butte with a View," 2014, Eggan Youth Center
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Betty Jo Fitzgerald, "Boxed Tulips," 2009, 3rd Street Annex
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Susan Segota, "Dancing at the Farmers Market," 2012, 3rd Street Annex
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Larry Ellingson, "Untitled," 2014, Streets Department
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William Billingsley, "Moscow Centennial Fanfare," 1990, City Hall- Administration Intern Office
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Forrest Dickison, "Creek Side Light," 2014, Arts Department
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David Wilson, "Blazing West," 2019, Community Development
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Jo Simpson, "Untitled," 1987, Finance Department
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William Billingsley, "Moscow Centennial Fanfare," 1990, City Hall- Administration Intern Office
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Antonin Passemard, "The Gypsy Life," 2012, Paul MANN Building
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Alf Dunn, "Untitled," 1987, Paul MANN Building
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Jared Shear, "Potlatch Valley," 2010, Finance Department
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Mary Kirkwood, "1983 Portrait of Keith Washburn," 2001, University of Idaho
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Jeanne Wood, "Viking Pot, 2004," Water Department
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David Wilson, "Outlaw," 2019, Eggan Youth Center
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Ralph Crawford, "Calf Roper edition 12 of 24," 2015, City Hall
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Susan Segota, "Winter Market," 2018, Water Division
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George Flett, "Elk Medicine," 2010, City Hall
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Judith Mousseau, "Mayor Nancy Chaney," 2012, City Hall Administration
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Carla Kappler, "Rainy Day Market, 1999," Arts Department
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Chris Anderson, "Painted Clock," 2002, City Hall Third Floor
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Erica Wagner, "Market Study No. 1," 2018, Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility
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Kevin Rhodes, "Starburst," 2019, Arts Department
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Karen Rohn, "International Rust," 2013, Street Department
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A. Barr, "The Pond," Date Unknown, City Hall
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Ellen Vieth, "Joy, Suture, Lesson and There," 2008, Third Street Annex
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Lauryn Ringwood, "Scout Christmas," 2014, Community Events Division
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Kyla Lakin, "Mid-day at Roost Coffee," 2015, Community Development
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Mary Kirkwood, "Boat Ride," 2001, Arts Department
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Mary Kirkwood, "1984 Portrait of Brenda Kirkwood," 2001, University of Idaho
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Arnold Westerlund, "Voices in the Midst," 1998, 3rd Street Annex
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Martha McIver, "City Hall in the Snow," 2010, City Hall
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Helen Grainger Wilson, "Dance of the Rosehips," 2003, 3rd Street Annex
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Katherine Clancy, "Ichabod," 2009, City Hall
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Sharon Macy, "Historic First Methodist Church," Moscow, ID, 2018, City Hall
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Rob McPherson, "Poplar," 2016, Engineering
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Carla Kappler, "Farmers Market Sunflowers," 2014, Eggan Youth Center
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Carl Warnick, "Moscow Changing Seasons," 1987, 3rd Street Annex
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Dave Schweitzer, "Wooden Bowl," 2004, Police Department
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Pat Tremaine, "County Line," 2019, Arts Department
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Bill Blair, "Red Delicious," 2005, Community Development
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Diana Pace McIver, "Purple Prickly Pear Cactus," 1997, City Hall Administration
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Ilsa Shreiner, "Otter Family," 2009, 3rd Street Annex
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Aaron Johnson, "Afternoon Clouds," 2013, City Hall Legal
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Bonnie Griffith, "Twilight on the River," 2015, City Hall Administration
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Mary Kirkwood, "Abstract, blue and green," 2001, University of Idaho
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Frank Werner, "Wooden Decoy," 2004, City Hall
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Ben Carpenter, "Wooden Vessel," 2004, Police Department
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Aaron Johnson, "Spring Green," 2013, City Hall Administration
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James (Pete) Amell, "The Barn," 2011, Paul MANN Building
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Bill Voxman, "Palouse Winter," 2, 2012, 3rd Street Annex
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Lauren McCleary, "Night Shifters," 2015, Water Department
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Bill Blair, "Friendship Walk," 2005, Street Shop
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Martha McIver, "Latah County Grain Growers Inc.," 2010, Street Shop
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Jed Davis, "Untitled," 1987, Streets Department
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Martha McIver, "Moscow City Hall," 2013, City Hall Administration
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Jan Gordon Brown, "Eastern Blue Jay," 2013, City Hall Legal
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Megan Cherry
Arts Program ManagerPhone: 208-883-7036
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Arts
Physical Address
206 E 3rd Street
Moscow, ID 83843
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 9203
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: : 208-883-7036