Tahoe City, Calif. — Artists are invited to apply for a new public art initiative that will transform utility boxes in Tahoe City and Kings Beach into vibrant works of art. Sponsors are also being sought to help fund the project. 

👉 The Call to Artists closed on July 6, 2026. 

👉 Call to Artists details

All materials must be received by midnight on July 6 either by filling out the forms or dropping them off at the TCDA offices by July 6, 2026. 

Application materials required for consideration:

• A completed application form. Click here to fill out the form
  • You may also print the form and send in the hard copy.
  • Link to Kings Beach utility boxes being considered 
  • Link to Tahoe City utility boxes being considered 
• Completed Liberty Utilities Release of Liability form. Click here to fill out the form. 
  • A hard copy of the form is available here 

Become a Sponsor

Businesses, organizations, community groups, and individuals are invited to help fund utility box installations and expand the reach of the program.

🎨 Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here. 

About the program

The North Tahoe Chamber, Tahoe City Downtown Association and Kings Beach District are partnering on the North Tahoe Utility Box Art Project as part of the North Tahoe Community Alliance Town Center Revitalization Project. The project goal is to create actionable, pedestrian-friendly and economically vibrant town centers that benefit both residents and visitors.

The North Tahoe Utility Box Art Project is one of the first initiatives being undertaken as part of this work. This project is being funded by the Tahoe Fund, North Tahoe Chamber and local sponsors. 

Artists are invited to submit original artwork for utility boxes in Tahoe City and Kings Beach. Selected artwork will be professionally installed using vinyl wraps on Liberty utility boxes in both town centers. Artists of all experience levels, including student artists, are encouraged to apply. The submission deadline is July 6, 2026.

Local businesses also have the opportunity to sponsor artwork on utility boxes. Sponsorship contributions will help cover the costs of artist stipends, vinyl wrap production, materials and installation.

The project aims to enhance the visual appeal of key corridors, reduce graffiti, support local and regional artists, and create a more welcoming experience for residents and visitors.

Project details, the full Call to Artists and application information are available at VisitTahoeCity.org/utility-box. Businesses interested in sponsoring a utility box may find details on the website or can email kat@visittahoecity.com.

Example of a box in the program: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This project is sponsored by: