Great cities do lots of things very well, and I believe Missoula is a great city. We fill potholes and build parks, we fight fires and blaze trails, we protect and we serve. And we support endeavors that fill the soul, including public art projects. Whether you’re baffled or inspired by "Crossings" at the end of Higgins Avenue, pleasantly surprised by "Returnings” in Caras Park, charmed by the historic murals at Broadway and Higgins or forced to smile at 'Cattin' Around” on Main Street, Missoula’s made great investments in art we all share.

Our Public Art Committee is committed to a tradition of high standards for these community assets, and this publication offers strong evidence of that commitment. I hope you find greatness in this guide to art in a great city.

John Engen
Mayor of Missoula