Art

Art

Overland Park recognizes the importance of public art in creating cultural value, community identity, and engaging public spaces.

On this page, learn more about the permanent and temporary art installations in the city, and how you can get involved with Overland Park’s public art.

Art at the Center is a unique, not-for-profit gallery space that features exhibitions from local artists. Shows include issue and student exhibitions, as well as artists featured in the City’s permanent collection, artists who use varied media, and artists who create based on their life perspectives.

The gallery is free and open every day at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center.

If you are interested in having your art featured as part of an exhibition, contact Julie Bilyea at [email protected].

Current Exhibit:

The Road Home: The Journey from Homelessness to Home by Randy Bacon

Renowned photographer Randy Bacon, whose work captures the essence of human connection and storytelling through compelling portraits, will have a powerful and intimate exhibition on display in 2025. The exhibit will showcase a collection of Bacon’s images that highlight the beauty, strength and vulnerability of individuals living with homelessness. Each photograph tells a unique story, inviting viewers to reflect on the shared humanity that unites us all. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Bacon’s thought-provoking work up close. You can view this exhibit Jan. 17-March 17, any time Tomahawk Ridge Community Center is open.
Opening Reception

Thursday, March 6 from 5-7 p.m.

Join us for an artist reception celebrating “The Road Home: The Journey from Homelessness to Home.” This moving photography exhibit captures the resilience and humanity of those experiencing homelessness. Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with fellow art enthusiasts. The reception is free and open to the public.

Upcoming Exhibit: Jhulan Mukharji, MD, FACC

March 24-April 27

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Jhulan Mukharji, a self-taught artist whose lifelong love of painting insightfully blends impressionistic technique with bold expression. Mukharji’s work explores the interplay of color, light and form, and each piece invites viewers into a journey of contemplation and discovery. You won’t want to miss this captivating exhibit that showcases the unique voice of this physician and artist who supports local charities with sales of his artwork.

Future of Art Exhibit

Congratulations to the talented winners of the Future of Art exhibit, showcasing incredible work from Shawnee Mission, Blue Valley and Olathe high school district students. A big thank you to Friends of Overland Park Arts for supporting young artists and making this contest possible.

Shawnee Mission:

  • 1st Place: Destaney Prestridge
  • 2nd Place: Kylee Boterf
  • 3rd Place: Hannah Phillips

Blue Valley:

  • 1st Place: Sarah Cullen
  • 2nd Place: Kaitlyn Mize
  • 3rd Place: Eva Minor

Olathe:

  • 1st Place: Sean Eichman
  • 2nd Place: Keialani Luli
  • 3rd Place: David Kim

 

Virtual Art Tour

There are hundreds of pieces of public art in Overland Park. Some are on loan, in galleries, and others are permanent installations you can visit anytime.

Experience these community assets at a many facilities and locations throughout the city. You can locate and learn more about each piece of art using the public art map. Then visit the works in-person to get the full experience.

Public Art Map

Public Art Master Plan

Overland Park’s public art master plan outlines ways the City can provide residents and visitors with beautiful and surprising artistic experiences through permanent installations, temporary placements, and seasonal programming.

The public art master plan is an adopted document developed and approved in 2000. It guides purchases, installation, and scheduling of public art projects in Overland Park.

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