Public Art Events

The City of Mountain View hosts a variety of special events that bring our public art collection to life. These moments are designed to foster direct connections between artists and the community, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and the stories behind our city's landmarks.

Featured Upcoming Events

Open Gallery Hours: "Broken Symmetries: Geometric Patterns of Nature" by John Whitmarsh 

Join us at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts on Monday, July 27, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for our next Open Gallery Hours event. This informal, open-door evening is a wonderful opportunity to experience John Whitmarsh’s stunning exhibition, "Broken Symmetries: Geometric Patterns of Nature," and meet the artist in person.

Admission is free and no RSVP is required—feel free to drop in and peruse the gallery at your own pace!

• Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
• Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Location: MVCPA Lobby, 500 Castro St, Mountain View
• Admission: Free (No RSVP required)

Open Gallery Hours Event Flyer

Can't make it to an event? Visit our Art Exhibitions page to see what's currently on display at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts.

Past Events