Public Art at it’s Finest
In a collaboration between the Town, the Village, and Lake George Arts Project, 18 uniquely designed and painted canoes and paddles, as well as 4 new murals will be sited and displayed throughout the village. This project will showcase the talents of regional artists while beautifying the landscape, enhancing the aesthetics of the Village, extending public art to new areas and unexpected places, and introducing art to the community in a captivating and innovative way.
Questions?
Contact The Lake George Arts Project: 518-668-2616
or email Tanya Tobias, Executive Director:
June 10, 2026
The Lake George Arts Project, in a collaboration with the Town and Village of Lake George, has opened a "Call for Muralists" for a brand-new public art initiative. Funded through the New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward Program, this project aims to beautify the local landscape, introduce art into unexpected places, and celebrate regional creative talent.
Applications for the mural project are open now and will close on July 10, 2026. Interested artists can view full guidelines and access the online application form by visiting lakegeorgearts.org/call-for-muralists/.
This initiative is part of a larger, multi-phase public art project spanning 2026 and 2027. The upcoming summer phase focuses on the creation of four distinct outdoor murals. The second phase, featuring 18 uniquely designed and painted canoes and paddles, is scheduled to launch in the Spring of 2027.
Following the completion of the murals, a printed wayfinding map will be distributed throughout the Town and Village. Additionally, each mural will feature custom signage with a QR code, linking directly to the artist's name, title of the work, inspiration, and historical references on the Lake George Arts Project website.
Project Highlights & Artist Guidelines:
● Who Can Apply: Open to all artists living within a 100-mile radius of Lake George, NY. While prior experience with large-scale public art or site-specific design is highly encouraged, it is not a requirement.
● Suggested Themes: Artists are encouraged to explore the history and landscape of Lake George, or reflect on the area as a historic place of respite and creative inspiration.
● Compensation: Selected artists will be compensated based on their assigned location and will receive a materials and supplies stipend one month prior to starting.
● MWBE Priority: In alignment with the NYS DRI funding goals, proposals from artists certified as New York State Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBE), or those utilizing NYS-certified MWBE suppliers, will receive priority.
Selected Mural Locations:
Artists may submit multiple designs and apply for more than one of the following high-visibility sites:
109 Canada Street (Side of the LG Mini-Mart / Gyro Hut)
127 Canada Street (Side of the Fun World Arcade on McGillis)
Lower Amherst Street (Wall below the Boardwalk Restaurant; a design refresh preserving the current aesthetic)
Beach Road (Lake George Village Pump Station near the public docks)
Timeline:
● June 10, 2026: Applications open
● July 10, 2026: Applications close
● Week of July 15, 2026: Selection panel meets
● End of July 2026: Artist notifications and planning meetings
● August 1 – 27, 2026: Wall preparation, priming, and painting
● August 27 – 29, 2026: Final signage installation
● August 30, 2026: Official public launch