The Art in Public Places program has sponsored many pieces of town art in Davis.  According to the http://www.city.davis.ca.us City of Davis website, Since 1973, the City has set aside 1% of all funds allocated for Capital Improvement Projects to purchase art that enhances the quality of the Davis environment. The artists selected through this program represent a diversity of style and media. Sculpture, murals, paintings, tile work, and functional pieces are located around the city for your enjoyment.  The city maintains a walking guide to the art located around the city, only available in print (not online).

The aesthetics of many of these pieces are often critiqued by a diverse range of people.

Sponsored Works

This is an incomplete list

  Arroyo Park UFO, 2004.
  Alluvium, 2003
  Clepsydra, 2003
  Nurturing the Seeds of Tomorrow, 2002
  Cnawan Stone, 1995
  Ancient Shadows, 1995
  Davis Family Mural, 1991
  Watchman ＃8 Watchman #8, 1988
  The Loneliness of Integrity, 1986
  Zenobias Throne


For art in public places that was not sponsored by this program, see Urban Art.
