Since 1999, AUS has been "keeping it local" through highlighting the creativity of the region, as well as showcasing large-scale public art from internationally renowned artists. On the AUS Airport campus, you can find large-scale, permanent art installations inside and outside the terminal, as well as rotating galleries inside the terminal that house short-term exhibitions featuring local artists and organizations. Learn more about our temporary and permanent art displays below.
Permanent art has been sited and installed at AUS since opening in 1999. Currently there are over 30 Artworks permanently situated in and around the Airport. Many of which are on public display and some are in storage. Acquisition of Artworks happens through various ways: gifts, non-capital construction funds and airport revenue funds and the Art in Public Places (AIPP) program. AUS generates opportunities for local, Texas-based, national and international artists and artist-led teams to work collaboratively with airport planners, architects and other designers to created integrated and functional artworks for the airport.
AIPP is the City of Austin’s public art program managed through the Economic Development Department. AIPP commissions visual artists who work across all media to create site-specific installations and unique public art that reflect the history and values of our communities.
As part of the airport’s growth plans, new AIPP opportunities were planned for AUS. These artworks will be installed as part of the Airport Expansion & Development Program and will be ready for the public to enjoy when the new Concourse and Arrivals and Departures Hall open. You can explore the airport’s current AIPP collection here.
In the terminal: |
 Eight Big Guitars, 2006Artists: Various local artists, commissioned by Gibson Guitars, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Baggage Level |
 Art Terrazzo: Austin in 1839 & Texas Rivers, 1999Artist: Lawrence W. Speck Studio at PageSoutherlandPage Location: Baggage Level |
 True Patriot: Barbara Jordan Memorial Statue, 2002Artist: Bruce Wolfe, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Baggage Level Learn more about True Patriot: Barbara Jordan Memorial Statue |
 Carved granite glyphs, 1999Artist: Philippe Klinefelter Location: Baggage Level, wall behind baggage carousels |
 Green Austin Series, 1991Artist: Jimmy Jalapeeno, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Locations: Pre-Screening area, east & west sides of the ticket lobby exits |
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Hill of the Medicine Man, 1999Artist: Thomas Evans, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Pre-Screening area, above East ticket counters |
 History of Bergstrom Air Force BaseCourtesy of: Bergstrom-Austin Community Council Collection & Austin Scale Modelers Society Location: Baggage Level, by Carousel 1 |
 Reality - Texas - Mythology, 1999Artist: Jill Bedgood, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Locations: Restrooms throughout the Barbara Jordan Terminal |
 To Parts Unknown, 1999Artist: Sandra Fiedorek, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Pre-screening main floor, wall overlooking escalators to lower level baggage claim |
 The Visit, 1999Artist: Fidencio Duran, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Pre-Screening area, above West ticket counters |
 Voyages, 1999Artist: Judy Jensen, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Temporarily Off View |
 Austin Downtown Cruiser (Day), 2009Artist: Young-Min Kang, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Past Security Checkpoints, West mezzanine wall |
 Austin Downtown Cruiser (Night), 2009Artist: Young-Min Kang, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location:Past Security Checkpoints, East mezzanine wall |
 Austin Icon Ceramic Tiles, 1999Artist: Claudia Reese & Phil Martin, Cera-Mix Studio Location: Past Security Checkpoints, inside restrooms |
 Austin's Sister CitiesFive cases containing various gifts of state Location: International Arrivals Corridor |
 Birds of Texas, 2019Artist: Mila Sketch Locations: Gate 12 Hold Room, Pet Relief Area |
 La Musica Sigue, 1999Artist: Raul Valdez Location: Past Security Checkpoints, West end of the concourse |
 Lindbergh Lands in Paris, 1975Artist: Rosemary Mahoney Location: Past Security Checkpoints, West concourse, mezzanine level, near entryway to airline clubs |
 Texas Horizon Benches, 2015Artist: Hawkeye Glenn Location: Past Security Checkpoint 1, post security screening |
 URBAN Nature Series, 2020Artist: Mila Sketch Locations: Men's and Ladies' Restrooms, Gate 10 area; TSA Security Checkpoint 2 East |
 Interimaginary Departures, 2021Artist: Janet Zweig, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Past Security Checkpoints, next to Gate 14 |
 A Place To Call Home, 2018Artist: Rakhee Jain Desai Location: International Arrivals Corridor |
 Time Lines, 2014Artist: Mikyoung Kim, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Customs Border Patrol Processing Atrium |
On the grounds: |
 Checker Burst, 2015Artist: Eric Eley, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Spirit of Texas Drive, near Cell Phone Lot |
 Shock Egg, 2015Artist: Eric Eley, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Spirit of Texas Drive, near Cell Phone Lot |
 Leaf, Pod, & Samara, 2015Artist: John Christensen, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Baggage Level pick-up area |
 Transition, 2006Artist: James E. Talbot, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: East & west pedestrian bridges from garage to Barbara Jordan Terminal |
 Uplifted Ground, 2015Artist: Michael Singer Studio, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: The Car Rental Facility veranda and walkway to the Barbara Jordan Terminal |
 Meander Wings, 2021Artist: Marc Fornes, THEVERYMANY, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Pedestrian walkway between the CONRAC Car Rental Facility and the Blue Garage |
 Plume, 2022Artist: Clay Odom & Kory Bieg, Art In Public Places (AIPP) Collection Location: Pedestrian walkway adjacent to Surface Lot C Photo credit: Philip Rogers |
The Changing Exhibits Program provides exhibit opportunities for local, central-Texas regional and state-based cultural organizations, individual artists, K-12 student classes, and collectors who have art, objects, artifacts and collections of public interest with artistic merit, cultural significance, educational value, or historical relevance.
Artwork may be made, constructed, or designed using most media suitable for respective environments in 2-D or 3-D; and installed in storefront gallery spaces, wall galleries, vitrines, passenger hold rooms, baggage claim and other allowable spaces. The duration of exhibitions spans four to 12 months and scheduled up to three years in advance.
Currently there are no open calls. Please check back in Spring 2025 for any opportunities.
Artists will be invited to submit to open calls on an ongoing basis.
In the terminal now: |
Keeping AUS Safe & WildThe AUS Art Program presents Keeping AUS Safe & Wild, an exhibition highlighting the City of Austin Department of Aviation sustainability practices. Aviation is committed to sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship. By cultivating a culture of safety, our operations teams pursue exceptional standards in climate resilience and adaptation, responsible energy consumption, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, conservation of water resources, waste and recycling management, as well as wildlife protection and biodiversity. Whether passing through or returning home, we hope to educate our passengers about the resources AUS uses to preserve and cohabitate with the wildlife on and around airport property. As you explore the terminal, you may discover our resident wildlife habitats, animals frequently encountered here, safety protocols, and information about water conservation all intended to elevate your Journey with AUS. Location: East End Kiosk Displays Location: Colony Park Gallery Location: Clarksville Gallery Location: Moore's Crossing Gallery Location: Exit Pylon Displays |
Barbara AttwellLocation: Digital Displays, Gates 1-10 |
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