40 West ArtLine Framework Plan + Implementation Tools

The 40 West ArtLine has come to life as a 4-mile outdoor art experience that connects people to parks, shopping, creative businesses, transit and more. Now, we need your help to create a plan that will chart the ArtLine's course for the years to come. The 40 West ArtLine Framework Plan, funded through a grant, will set the vision for this important community amenity, establish how and what type of art will be added and maintained and create the tools needed to put this long-term plan into place.

Help us shape the plan and the future of the ArtLine by attending community events and participating in future online surveys. Subscribe to this page for updates about these and more ways to get involved.

Formation of the ArtLine

The idea for developing the ArtLine came from residents, community members and businesses in 2011 as they dreamed of a unique way to bring life to and beautify the neighborhood surrounding the historic West Colfax Avenue corridor in the heart of the state certified 40 West Arts Creative District.

After years of planning and community engagement, and with the assistance of a prestigious Our Town grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, the ArtLine officially launched in 2018 with more than 70 permanent and temporary public art installations created by over two dozen artists along the route. By following the green painted line, visitors can experience audio tours, mini self-guided tours and more with this free, engaging community amenity.

This page is dedicated to the process of engaging with the community and stakeholders to develop the 40 West ArtLine Framework Plan and tools to implement the plan. Thanks for visiting and check beck often or subscribe to the page to see all the ways you can get involved!