West Palm Beach pulses with creativity — from sweeping murals in neighborhood corners to the soulful sounds of live music and hidden galleries that elevate every block. For residents, exploring our arts scene isn’t just about taking in beauty: it’s about discovering your place in a city that’s built on expression.
Murals That Tell Our Story
Our public art landscape is vibrant and ever evolving thanks to the City of West Palm Beach’s public art program. Its interactive public art map makes it easy to explore installations across different neighborhoods — from sculptures to bold wall paintings. Use it to explore via the city’s Collection Connection program, a collaboration with the Mandel Public Library with mediations for both adults and children to consider while exploring the city’s art.
One especially striking piece is the newly completed “Color Field of Northwood,” an eight-story mural by local artist Renee Phillips. This is the tallest mural in WPB — a radiant symbol of community, nature, and the coastal energy of Northwood Village.
Also worth seeking out is Narcissus Way by Ouizi” in an alley, tucked between Banyan Blvd. and Olive Avenue just behind Clematis Street.
Don’t forget to check out the calendar of events at The Peach, an art collective featuring six art studios, a gallery, monthly art walks, live entertainment, classes and more.
So, whether you’re strolling through a city garage, Northwood, or hidden alleyways downtown, there’s a story waiting on every wall.
Live Music & Performing Arts
Art in West Palm Beach isn’t confined to paint and stone — it’s alive and dynamic. One of the best ways to tap into that vibrancy is through Art After Dark, the Norton Museum of Art’s weekly Friday event.
From 5 PM to 10 PM, you can enjoy docent-led gallery tours, open-studio art workshops, film screenings, and live performances (think music, spoken word, dance). On jazz Fridays, jazz musicians from across South Florida bring their sound to the Norton’s galleries.
One cannot overlook the City’s free and family friendly events including Clematis at Night, Sundays on the Waterfront, and Soul in the City Jazz Experiences, as well as award-winning theater at Dramaworks and entertainment at the Kravis Center for Performing Arts.
These evenings are a wonderful way to connect — not just with art, but with fellow residents and creatives.
For newcomers, the arts are more than a destination — they’re a way into the soul of West Palm Beach. Our creative spaces are deeply woven into the neighborhoods you’ll come to call home. Whether you’re walking through a mural-laden alley or winding down with live music, the experiences you encounter help anchor you in this place.
Public art isn’t just on display — it’s meant to spark conversation, foster belonging, and celebrate the diversity of culture here.
Welcome to a city where every street corner, every skyline, has a story to tell — and where you’re already part of the next chapter.
