Gallery 96 is a non-profit arts organization based in Shoreview that serves the northern St. Paul suburbs. In collaboration with the City of Shoreview’s Bikeways and Trails Committee we have received two grants to create a mural inside the tunnel under Highway 96 that connects the Shoreview Community Center and the Snail Lake Nature Preserve. The tunnel is used by walkers, bikers, and runners, from children to adults. We are seeking an artist(s) who is experienced in working on murals in public locations to design and install our mural.
The tunnel project is being funded by grants from the Shoreview Community Foundation and the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District. The goal is to make the tunnel a more enjoyable and friendly place for residents while adding an art installation that is part of a larger goal of installing public art throughout the City of Shoreview.
We are seeking an artist(s) who is experienced in working on murals in public locations to design and install the mural. The artist(s) will also oversee and coordinate volunteers from Gallery 96 to assist in the installation of the mural. Since the tunnel is partially funded by the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District, it needs to reflect the themes of nature and water and incorporate images of plants, birds and wildlife of the area.
Selected Artist(s) will be compensated $16,000 for the mural design, mural installation and oversight/coordination of volunteers. The painted mural area of the two tunnel walls is approximately 2500 sq. ft.
The City of Shoreview will power wash and prime all surfaces of the tunnel.
An additional $1800 has been budgeted for paints and supplies.
A subcontractor will apply an anti-graffiti coating upon completion of the mural.
Full details of this call is attached.
Applications are due May 8, 2026.
