Artists and business owners in the West 7th neighborhood can apply for up to $10,000 in funding to create new public murals as part of a corridor beautification effort.
The West 7th/Fort Road Federation is accepting applications through May 10 for projects located on or within a tenth of a mile of West 7th Street. The grants support design and installation costs, including artist fees and materials.
The program builds on previous initiatives like the West 7th VIBE grants and aims to enhance the neighborhood’s identity through public art while supporting local creatives.
Murals must be completed by July 12, and selected projects will be evaluated based on artistic merit, feasibility and community impact. The federation will pay artists directly, reducing upfront costs for applicants.
The effort is funded through the city’s Commercial Corridor Program, which targets investment in key business districts across St. Paul.
Applications and details: contact the West 7th/Fort Road Federation or visit fortroadfed.org/call-for-murals.
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