Public art at Paar/Darwin roundabout
Summary
A new stainless steel and acrylic sculpture by 35-year public art veteran Molly Mason will go in the new roundabout — costing about $50,000 less than usual and paid from the art fund, not general tax money.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded entirely from the art fund at a price point about $50,000 below typical roundabout artworks.
Drivers and residents using the new roundabout, and the community's public art collection.
General public may have to drive or bike to access the art unless parking is added.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — August 24, 2026
The council greenlit the art concept and a commission agreement for artwork at the new SW Paar Drive/SW Darwin Boulevard roundabout.
City Council — July 13, 2026
The council approved moving the ladybug artwork from two commercial plazas to a linear path along Wilder Parkway — over the Vice Mayor's objection that the new spot lacks parking and betrays the original promise of accessible public art. The approval requires the developer to add parking if Public Works deems it feasible.
City Council — February 23, 2026
A new stainless steel and acrylic sculpture by 35-year public art veteran Molly Mason will go in the new roundabout — costing about $50,000 less than usual and paid from the art fund, not general tax money.
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