Visit Public Art

Murals, sculpture, and so much more—here’s where you can find some of the city’s best-loved and most accessible art.

Public Art Finder

Go, See, Do

Search our event calendar for performances, exhibits, and classes and take part in Columbia’s creative community!

Event Calendar

Meet Local Artists

Get to know creators in the capital city and see how you can connect with them to experience and support their work.

Artist Directory

Events

Mar 05 2026
The Crucible

Additional Date(s)
Mar 06
Mar 07
Mar 08
Mar 12
Mar 13
Mar 14

Presented By Trustus Theatre

Trustus Theatre

Last year's exhibition, (2025).
Mar 05 2026
USC's McMaster Gallery's 71st Annual Juried Student Art Show - 1615 Senate St. - First Floor (Gallery)

Presented By UofSC School of Visual Art & Design

UofSC School of Visual Art & Design

Mar 06 2026
The Crucible

Additional Date(s)
Mar 05
Mar 07
Mar 08
Mar 12
Mar 13
Mar 14

Presented By Trustus Theatre

Trustus Theatre

Public Art

Walking Tours

Add some art to your walk around town with our easy-to-use interactive maps as your guide.

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Artist Alley

African American male standing on a ladder painting a mural.

“Working with One Columbia was an awesome experience! The support they provided made it possible to gift the Waverly community with Columbia’s first new contemporary mural! One Columbia continues to demonstrate just how important of an organization it is for artists and the community!”

- Cedric Umoja Day

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You’ll need a permit! Find Columbia’s requirements for performers and download an application.

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Partners

SC Arts Commission
South Arts
The Nord Family Foundation
City of Columbia
Knight Foundation
Central Carolina Community Foundation