Choose Palm Desert's Next Iconic Public Art Sculpture
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The City of Palm Desert is inviting residents to vote for the next public art sculpture that will soon grace the roundabout at San Pablo Avenue and the east entrance of College of the Desert. Perfectly situated adjacent to the Civic Center, near the dog park, YMCA, and Community Center, the new installation will become a vibrant focal point in one of the city’s most dynamic corridors.
San Pablo Avenue’s mile-long stretch connects bustling commercial spaces with welcoming residential neighborhoods, as well as College of the Desert, Palm Desert City Hall, and Civic Center Park. In recent years, the area has undergone exciting enhancements, including lush new landscaping, bike lanes, outdoor dining options, pocket parks with interactive features, and thriving community gardens.
Designed on a more intimate scale than El Paseo and offering expanded opportunities for mixed-use development, this family-friendly district is envisioned as Palm Desert’s emerging city center — a place where culture, connection, and community come together.
Now, the Cultural Arts Committee has narrowed the selection to two standout finalists. Now we are looking to our community to select your favorite option. Vote today on what sculpture you would like to see added to San Pablo! Residents are encouraged to review the two proposed sculptures and cast their vote for the piece they believe best represents Palm Desert’s spirit and future.
To vote, use the "Take Survey" link at the bottom of this page. You can also view a large rendering of each option using the "View the Finalists" link. Voting is open now through March 30, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to help shape the city’s landscape and leave a lasting artistic legacy in the heart of Palm Desert.
Finalist #1 – Untitled by DeWitt Godfrey
Finalist #2 – Cactus Blossom by Gordon Huether
The City of Palm Desert is inviting residents to vote for the next public art sculpture that will soon grace the roundabout at San Pablo Avenue and the east entrance of College of the Desert. Perfectly situated adjacent to the Civic Center, near the dog park, YMCA, and Community Center, the new installation will become a vibrant focal point in one of the city’s most dynamic corridors.
San Pablo Avenue’s mile-long stretch connects bustling commercial spaces with welcoming residential neighborhoods, as well as College of the Desert, Palm Desert City Hall, and Civic Center Park. In recent years, the area has undergone exciting enhancements, including lush new landscaping, bike lanes, outdoor dining options, pocket parks with interactive features, and thriving community gardens.
Designed on a more intimate scale than El Paseo and offering expanded opportunities for mixed-use development, this family-friendly district is envisioned as Palm Desert’s emerging city center — a place where culture, connection, and community come together.
Now, the Cultural Arts Committee has narrowed the selection to two standout finalists. Now we are looking to our community to select your favorite option. Vote today on what sculpture you would like to see added to San Pablo! Residents are encouraged to review the two proposed sculptures and cast their vote for the piece they believe best represents Palm Desert’s spirit and future.
To vote, use the "Take Survey" link at the bottom of this page. You can also view a large rendering of each option using the "View the Finalists" link. Voting is open now through March 30, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to help shape the city’s landscape and leave a lasting artistic legacy in the heart of Palm Desert.
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