Explore Downtown

Renton’s Public Art

Art is woven into the streets, buildings, parks, and gathering places of Downtown Renton. From colorful murals and sculptures to unexpected details tucked into the streetscape, this collection of public art offers a different way to experience the heart of the city.

As you explore, look for pieces that celebrate Renton’s history, natural surroundings, industry, culture, and the many communities that call Renton home. Take your time, discover something new, and enjoy the art that makes Downtown Renton uniquely its own.

Most of the artwork featured in the map below can be enjoyed from public sidewalks and outdoor spaces. Please be mindful of businesses, private property, pedestrians, and surrounding neighborhoods while exploring. Artwork may occasionally be moved, updated, or temporarily inaccessible due to construction or events.

A map of Downtown Renton highlighting different public art installations.

1. Cedar River

Salmon Mural

Tommy Segundo & Jake Heare

Mural

Cedar River Park Dr

2. Homework

Comes First

Martha Pettigrew

Bronze Sculpture

100 Mill Ave S

3. Untitled

Harold Balazs

Enameled Metal Mural

211 Mill Ave S

4. Chief Sealth 

James A. Wehn

Bronze-Finished Bust

235 Mill Ave S

5. The Loop

Western Neon

Illuminated Circle Sculpture

Bronson Way and 2nd St

6. Renton to

the World

Harold Balazs

Enameled Metal Mural

211 Mill Ave S

7. Erasmus the

Dragon

Western Neon

Rooftop Dragon

826 S 3rd St

8. Williams

Street Light

Western Neon

Refurbished 1960 Streetlight

826 S 3rd St

9. Donkey Run

Away to Mines

Richard Beyer

Cast Aluminum Sculpture

399 Williams Ave S

10. I Heart

Renton

Rick Moreno

Mural

511 S 3rd St

11. Summer

Breeze

Jim Demetro

Sculpture

Logan Ave and S 3rd St

12. River Elliott

Richard C. Elliott

Art Installation

City Center Parking Garage

13. Our Adopted

Community

Renton Technical College

Tile Mural

City Center Parking Garage

Before you head out, make sure you download your map to help guide you to each of Renton’s featured art pieces along the way. While you are out exploring, make sure you check out the shops, grab a bite to eat, or discover your own Renton favorite!