‘Round the Mountain: Southwest Virginia’s Artisan Network (RTM) is seeking proposals from qualified mural artists or artist teams to design and install a site-specific mural in Wytheville, Virginia.

This project is part of an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)-funded initiative to support community revitalized, enhance public spaces, and celebrate Southwest Virginia’s rich culture and heritage through public art. The mural will be developed in partnership with the local community and installed at a highly visible location identified by the Town. The final artist will be selected following a two-phase process that includes design stipends for up to three finalists.

Read the full RFP here: https://friendsofswva.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RFP_Wytheville-final.pdf

To see a photo of the building where the mural will be installed, click HERE