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.
ITC Sculpture Garden Submission Period Open!
Artists are invited to submit three-dimensional artworks for the Intermodal Transit Center Sculpture Garden. The submission period is open until 5 p.m. on April 21.
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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Jill Kyong, “The Sun Shines Through It,” 2023, ITC Sculpture Garden
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JacQueline Walker, “Absolution,” 2023, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Melanie Velazco Curiel, “C’mon I Ain’t That Scary,” 2023, ITC Sculpture Garden
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Alyssa Hamburger, “A Lucky Rabbit’s Footside,” 2023, 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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Sharon Macy, "Historic First Methodist Church," Moscow, ID, 2018, City Hall
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Steve Schulte, "Grassy Mop," 2015, Water Department
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William Billingsley, "Moscow Centennial Fanfare," 1990, City Hall- Administration Intern Office
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Katherine Clancy, "Ichabod," 2009, City Hall
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George Flett, "Elk Medicine," 2010, City Hall
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Mary Kirkwood, "Portrait of Robert Kerr (1949)," 2001, University of Idaho
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Larry Ellingson, "Copper Band Reflector," 2013, Street Department
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Aaron Johnson, "Afternoon Clouds," 2013, City Hall Legal
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Mary Kirkwood, "1983 Portrait of Keith Washburn," 2001, University of Idaho
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Carla Kappler, "Farmers Market Sunflowers," 2014, Eggan Youth Center
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Forrest Dickison, "Easter Lilies," 2016, Arts Department
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James (Pete) Amell, "The Barn," 2011, Paul MANN Building
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Terri Walters, "Ginger Jar," 2004, Arts Department
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Karen Rohn, "International Rust," 2013, Street Department
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Antonin Passemard, "The Gypsy Life," 2012, Paul MANN Building
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Bonnie Griffith, "Twilight on the River," 2015, City Hall Administration
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Tom Garfield, "Pea Mill," 2010, Engineering
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Mary Kirkwood, "1984 Portrait of Brenda Kirkwood," 2001, University of Idaho
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Diana Pace McIver, "Purple Prickly Pear Cactus," 1997, City Hall Administration
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Erica Wagner, "Market Study No. 1," 2018, Water Reclamation and Reuse Facility
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Jed Davis, "Untitled," 1987, Streets Department
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Susan Segota, "Dancing at the Farmers Market," 2012, 3rd Street Annex
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Ryan Law, "Nairobi," 2018, City Hall
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Alf Dunn, "Untitled," 1987, Paul MANN Building
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Jo Simpson, "Untitled," 1987, Finance Department
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David McGranoghan, "Sidewalk Closed," 2010, Street Shop
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Aaron Johnson, "Spring Green," 2013, City Hall Administration
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Tobias Sauer, "Standing Proud," 2017, Water Department
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Terrie Walters, "Hummingbird Watercolor," 2003, City Hall Administration
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Forrest Dickison, "Creek Side Light," 2014, Arts Department
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Lauren McCleary, "Night Shifters," 2015, Water Department
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Clara Nickels, "Creation," 2019, Community Events Division
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Kevin Rhodes, "Starburst," 2019, Arts Department
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Ilsa Shreiner, "Otter Family," 2009, 3rd Street Annex
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Helen Grainger Wilson, "Dance of the Rosehips," 2003, 3rd Street Annex
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Martha McIver, "City Hall in the Snow," 2010, City Hall
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Chris Anderson, "Painted Clock," 2002, City Hall Third Floor
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Ralph Crawford, "Calf Roper edition 12 of 24," 2015, City Hall
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Debra J. Burt, "The Dining Room," 2020
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Susan Segota, "Winter Market," 2018, Water Division
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Ellen Vieth, "Joy, Suture, Lesson and There," 2008, Third Street Annex
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William Billingsley, "Moscow Centennial Fanfare," 1990, City Hall- Administration Intern Office
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Judith Mousseau, "Mayor Nancy Chaney," 2012, City Hall Administration
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Linda Wallace, "Untitled," 1987, Engineering
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Ben Carpenter, "Wooden Vessel," 2004, Police Department
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Martha McIver, "Moscow City Hall," 2013, City Hall Administration
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Tom Garfield, "Butte with a View," 2014, Eggan Youth Center
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Carolyn Guy, "Porcelain Jar," 2004, Arts Department
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Carl Warnick, "Moscow Changing Seasons," 1987, 3rd Street Annex
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Martha McIver, "Latah County Grain Growers Inc.," 2010, Street Shop
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Henry Stinson, "Portrait Mayor Bill Lambert," 2016, City Hall
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Bill Blair, "Red Delicious," 2005, Community Development
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Linda Wallace, "She Who Calls the Sun Down," 2000, Street Shop
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Jared Shear, "Potlatch Valley," 2010, Finance Department
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Jan Gordon Brown, "Eastern Blue Jay," 2013, City Hall Legal
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Frank Werner, "Wooden Decoy," 2004, City Hall
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Mary Kirkwood, "Abstract, blue and green," 2001, University of Idaho
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Chuck Pezeshki, "Evening, Southern Pahsimeroi," Date Unknown, City Hall
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Bill Voxman, "Palouse Winter," 2, 2012, 3rd Street Annex
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Kyla Lakin, "Mid-day at Roost Coffee," 2015, Community Development
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Haru Tsurusaki, "Ceramic Scuplture," 2004, City Hall Administration
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Mary Kirkwood, "Boat Ride," 2001, Arts Department
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Dana Aldis, "Palouse Impression," 2011, Engineering
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Andy Sewell, "Garden Studebaker," 2013, Engineering
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Rob McPherson, "Poplar," 2016, Engineering
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Pat Tremaine, "County Line," 2019, Arts Department
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Martha McIver, "Untitled," 2009, City Hall
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Arnold Westerlund, "Voices in the Midst," 1998, 3rd Street Annex
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David Wilson, "Outlaw," 2019, Eggan Youth Center
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Mary Kirkwood, "Self Portrait of Mary Kirkwood," 2001, University of Idaho
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Bill Blair, "Friendship Walk," 2005, Street Shop
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Nancy Bowman, "View From Sand Road," 2013, City Hall Administration
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Jeanne Wood, "Untitled," 2003, Finance Department
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A. Barr, "The Pond," Date Unknown, City Hall
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Dave Schweitzer, "Wooden Bowl," 2004, Police Department
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Diana Moses Botkin, "Purple Palouse Morning," 2010, Arts Department
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Betty Jo Fitzgerald, "Boxed Tulips," 2009, 3rd Street Annex
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Lauryn Ringwood, "Scout Christmas," 2014, Community Events Division
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Artist Unknown, "Patriotic Flag," Date Unknown, City Hall
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David Wilson, "Blazing West," 2019, Community Development
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Mary Kirkwood, "Family Portrait," 2001, University of Idaho
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Kelly Knouff-Burk, "Moscow City Hall," 2019, Arts Department
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Jeanne Wood, "Viking Pot, 2004," Water Department
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Arnold Westerlund, "Untitled," 1998, 3rd Street Annex
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Carla Kappler, "Rainy Day Market, 1999," Arts Department
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Larry Ellingson, "Untitled," 2014, Streets Department
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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