Public Art

Public Art is administered by Parks, Recreation, and Culture, and aims to enrich the lives of Collingwood residents and visitors by enhancing public spaces, fostering cultural identity and pride, promoting creativity, and encouraging dialogue among citizens. 

Explore and Experience Public Art in Collingwood

Brought to you by the Town of Collingwood, the Interactive Public Artwork Map allows residents and visitors to easily explore Collingwood and the array of Public Art pieces throughout the town. 

Our Public Artwork Map presents an engaging way to connect with Collingwood’s cultural offerings by featuring images and detailed information about the community’s Public Art installations. Use this interactive map to plan your own art tour and see the beauty of Collingwood through the lens of art. 

Click Here to Explore the Interactive Public Artwork Map

Discover Collingwood’s public art with our online interactive map. Browse installations, learn more about each piece, and plan your own art tour.

Call for Artists

As the Public Art program of Collingwood grows, the Town puts forth Calls to Artists that announce opportunities for artists to apply for Public Art competitions. The goal of these Calls is to provide artists with all the information they need to decide if they are a good fit for specific projects and to outline how they can apply successfully. 

Click the cards below to learn more about each opportunity.

Art on the Street - Banners

The Town of Collingwood and Downtown BIA invite visual artists to submit designs to Art on the Street 2026. Selected works will be showcased as vibrant art banners, brightening downtown from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving.

Art on the Street - Art Chairs

Artists are invited to submit designs to Art on the Street 2026, featuring hand-painted Muskoka chairs displayed throughout downtown. This outdoor gallery celebrates local creativity while enlivening Collingwood’s streets from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving
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A person stands with arms outstretched in front of a display of large photographs depicting colorful murals.

Sunset Point Park Stage

Stay tuned for a call to artists.