Arts Huntsville utilizes the Public Art Archive, a free online platform, to showcase the diverse public art in Huntsville, including both the City of Huntsville’s collection and privately-owned works. This comprehensive resource allows the public to discover the stories and significance of public art, both locally and elsewhere. You can use the Public Art Archive to either enhance your experience at artwork sites, or to research public art remotely.
In partnership with Creative West, Arts Huntsville curates special collections and self-guided tours on the Public Art Archive, providing structured ways to explore the region’s artistic landscape. By using the PAA in combination with our offline resources, Arts Huntsville aims to enhance accessibility and engagement with public art for the entire community.
While Arts Huntsville maintains a robust collection of artwork records for the City of Huntsville on the Public Art Archive, many artworks throughout North Alabama remain undocumented. Members of the public are encouraged to help document a wider range of pieces by submitting information and images of art in public places they encounter through the Public Art Archive’s online form.