Public Art
Discover public art in Whitby! Explore recent projects and take a virtual tour of the Town’s public art on Whitby's Art Trail. Learn about our Public Art Policy and how you can donate to the public art collection.
Current Opportunities
Waterfront Street Piano – Call for Artists 2026
The Town of Whitby invites emerging and youth artists ages 12 to 25 from across Durham Region to apply to paint a waterfront street piano. This year’s theme, “Strong and Free” (Canada), encourages artists to showcase national pride by transforming a public piano into a vibrant, interactive piece that brings people together. The finished piano will be on display this summer at Rotary Sunrise Lake Park on Whitby’s waterfront.
Application Open: March 4 to March 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Artist Honorarium: $1,000 (Materials costs will be covered by the Town)
Roebuck Street – Call for Artists 2026
The annual Roebuck Street Call for Artists is now open! Durham Region artists are invited to design and paint a large road mural that will help transform Roebuck Street in Downtown Brooklin into a vibrant, pedestrian‑friendly extension of Grass Park from June to mid‑September. Inspired by the theme “Strong and Free” (Canada), the selected artist will create an interactive artwork that celebrates community pride and brings people together in a lively outdoor space.
Application Open: March 4 to March 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Artist Honorarium: $3,500 (Materials costs will be covered by the Town)
'Flutter' Coming to Thickson Road
A vibrant new public art installation is coming to Thickson Road between Dundas Street and Nichol Avenue, adding beauty and character to one of Whitby’s key corridors.
Keep an eye out as Flutter by Nicholas Crombach takes flight along Thickson Road in 2026 — a creative new landmark welcoming residents and visitors alike.
Recent Projects
From custom carvings to vibrant murals, explore some of our recent public art projects below.
Whitby’s Art Trail
The Whitby’s Art Trail offers an interactive way to explore the town’s vibrant public art scene. This self-guided tour features over 35 unique cultural sites, including murals, outdoor installations, artisan studios, galleries, and local maker shops. Celebrating creativity and community, it’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in Whitby’s thriving arts and culture.
Are you a local studio, gallery, or maker that's interested in being featured on Whitby's Art Trail? Contact us at publicart@whitby.ca with your expression of interest.
Public Art Policy
The Town of Whitby recognizes and promotes the value of art and culture through the integration of artwork in public places. The purpose of the Public Art Policy is to outline the processes and responsibilities of the Town of Whitby to support new art commissions, art donations and loaned art.
Public Art Feedback and Opportunities
Are you a community member interested in providing feedback related to a current public art project or an artist submitting to a Call for Artists? Feedback and project opportunities will be posted on this page when they are available. For general questions or inquiries related to public art in Whitby, please email publicart@whitby.ca.
Public Art Donations
Interested in donating public art? Contact publicart@whitby.ca with your donation request.
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Town of Whitby
575 Rossland Road East
Whitby, ON L1N 2M8
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