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Arts & Events June 25, 2026 - 7:14 pm

Gary Mark Smith photos at Lawrence City Hall offer a window into street life in Congo

by Courtney Lane

Gary Mark Smith’s photography is turning Lawrence City Hall into a display of soccer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Taylor Mah/City of Lawrence
Arts & Events May 29, 2026 - 9:31 pm

Lawrence’s annual public art exhibition showcases World Cup-themed works

by Lawrence Times

Folks in Lawrence can join walking tours or digital tours of public art that celebrates the World Cup, from cut window graphics to sculptures to wearable public art for sale downtown.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events January 19, 2026 - 4:01 pm

Van Go’s Lawrence youth artists to unveil new mural at J.Lynn Bridal & Suiting

by Lawrence Times

Youth artists employed by Van Go will reveal their latest mural commission during a ribbon cutting Friday at J.Lynn Bridal & Suiting.

Arts & Events October 23, 2025 - 5:44 pm

Two calls from the City of Lawrence for artist, teams to create downtown public art

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence has recently issued two calls for artists to submit proposals for downtown public art.

Jenny Skillman/Contributed photo
Arts & Events October 8, 2025 - 6:06 pm

Volunteers spruce up a tunnel that connects two Lawrence neighborhoods

by Wulfe Wulfemeyer

The two-person Pinckney Tunnel Volunteer Collective has quietly cared for the tunnel connecting two Lawrence neighborhoods for years. A larger group came together over the weekend to spruce up the space.

Arts & Events May 22, 2024 - 12:25 pm

New outdoor sculptures decorate Lawrence; reception coming up on Final Friday

by Lawrence Times

Seven new outdoor sculptures have become part of the Lawrence aesthetic. The city will soon host an opening reception and walking tour to celebrate them.

Chris Mullins/Contributed Photo
Arts & Events October 5, 2023 - 5:29 pm

Merc Co+op to celebrate new mural honoring fair trade movement

by Lawrence Times

The Merc Co+op will soon celebrate a new mural on the outside of its building that aims to inspire shoppers to value the people who grow the food they buy.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events September 19, 2023 - 12:39 pm

Ribbon cutting to celebrate new mural decorating La Estrella

by Lawrence Times

A gathering on Thursday will celebrate the completion of a colorful new mural adorning a Lawrence restaurant and tienda mexicana.

Arts & Events June 28, 2023 - 7:15 am

Lawrence’s annual Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition back in full swing for its 34th year

by Lawrence Times

The Outdoor Downtown Sculpture Exhibition is back in full force — and with a full exhibition for the first time since 2019, according to an announcement from the City of Lawrence.

Adam Johnson/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 5, 2023 - 11:32 am

4 of the most colorful murals in Lawrence

by Jordan Winter

Murals are among the most creative ways for neighborhoods to express their unique personalities, and Lawrence has plenty. As the weather gets warmer this spring, add these public art pieces to your walking route.

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