Art in Public Places Tours
Art in Public Places (AIPP) in Longmont is present all over our beautiful city. Every artwork has a story to tell, many of which use Longmont’s history to inform their function and form. In these virtual tours you’ll find yourself in familiar places like the Longmont Library, in and around Main Street, the Longmont Recreation Center and Longmont Museum. You can enjoy these exceptional artworks from the comfort of your home or by visiting several locations to experience the creative narratives and artwork in-person.
These virtual tours are free, don’t require a download, and can be enjoyed both in and outside of your home! Walking tours usually take between 45 min and an hour. Available in both English and Spanish.
Visit the Longmont Museum and Recreation Center, known as Quail Campus, to discover the stories behind the artworks situated on the south side of town. Quail Campus houses seven permanent artworks in the public art collection, commissioned specifically for this location. On this tour you’ll venture inside buildings and explore the outdoor features that connect these cultural and recreational hubs.
Downtown Longmont has a very special concentration of the public art collection, including the first commissioned artwork! Near and around south Main Street, many Art in Public Places artworks are located in this lively area of Longmont. This tour takes visitors through inspired archways, walking over historic maps, and even face-to-face with a nine-foot migratory bird!
Since 2005, Longmont Art in Public Places showcases pieces of art on loan by regional artists in locations around the city. This program, called Art on the Move, invites residents and visitors to enjoy new artworks annually. A wide range of subjects and materials are presented through this special display of local talent. The artworks each tell a unique story and enjoy commentary from the artist, too!
In a blast to the past, take a step back in time with the History Under Wraps tour! This tour celebrates Longmont through historical photos from the Longmont Museum photograph archive. Traffic cabinets around the city are adorned with vinyl wraps featuring a unique vintage snapshot, some even dating back to the 1860’s. New image selections are added to the collection each Fall and Spring so check back often for new additions seasonally.
Please note, this tour is best experienced by bike, vehicle or virtually.
