Look around Norman, and you’ll find a city that’s bursting with color and creativity.
From public art tucked into places you might not expect to striking murals that fill huge walls downtown, there’s no shortage of beautiful artwork waiting to be discovered.
Whether you’re planning your first trip to Norman or have called this city home for decades, this guide will help you find some of the murals that make Norman so unique.
Circle of Inclusion
2023 • 225 N. Webster Ave.
Jose Scott and Tony Thunder
Located inside the Norman Development Center at City Hall (225 N. Webster Ave.), the Circle of Inclusion mural was completed in 2023 and serves as a welcome for all visitors to the building.
The mural spans 60 feet, and every inch of it tells part of Norman’s story.
One of the mural’s artists, Tony Thunder, described the imagery, saying, "The tree surrounded by agriculture (wheat) is a call to Norman's namesake, where 'Norman's Camp' was carved into a tree while the land was being surveyed. The grass huts represent the Wichita Tribe — the first people of the land of Norman… The hands portray inclusion; they are all races, genders, creeds, and ages. The paintbrush and circle around the shape of Oklahoma is based on the quote above, which states, ‘You have to create it.’”
Ideal Eye Care Mural
2025 • 410 24th Ave. SW
Carlos Barboza
An optometrist’s office might seem like an unlikely spot for a mural, but Ideal Eye Care, on Norman's southwest side, has one that will make you do a double-take.
The mural’s artist, Carlos Barboza, was raised in Puerto Rico and is now based in OKC.
Barboza has been painting murals since 2019 with a clear philosophy: "Art should be accessible to everyone, not just those who can afford to visit galleries." For this specific mural, he drew inspiration from the unique shape of the wall and the mid-century modern aesthetic of the building.
When reflecting on this mural, Barboza stated: "I've also always been drawn to painting eyes, so this was the perfect opportunity to push the details even further and take a closer look at their intricacies. If you've never reeeaally checked out your own eyes, go look in a mirror… they are weird and psychedelic little pieces of art within themselves."
Migration
2025 • 100 S. Porter Ave.
Jason Cytacki and OU Mural Class of 2025
One of Norman's newest murals also tells one of its most powerful stories.
Migration, located in Norman’s East Downtown (EDO) district, was painted to honor the legacy of Gebre Kristos Desta, an Ethiopian modernist painter and poet who fled his native home and eventually found refuge in Oklahoma, where he continued to create art until his death in 1981. Widely regarded as the father of modern Ethiopian art, Desta's influence continues to resonate with artists and communities around the world.
The mural was designed and painted by the University of Oklahoma’s 2025 mural class, led by Jason Cytacki, in collaboration with Bekele Mekonnen, a contemporary Ethiopian artist. Mekonnen describes the work as "a strikingly colorful and poetic mural, featuring Gebre Kristos' signature floral and circular motifs beneath a flock of migratory birds. The imagery symbolizes his journey as a migrant artist."
Prairie Rhythms
2023 • 305 W. Main St.
Jason Cytacki and OU Mural Class of 2024
This three-panel mural on Main Street features wildlife from the Oklahoma prairie in the heart of downtown Norman.
Prairie Rhythms was created and installed in fall 2023 by University of Oklahoma advanced painting students under the direction of OU professor and muralist Jason Cytacki.
In Cytacki's words: "Prairie Rhythms depicts the cycle of day and night in the Oklahoma prairie, featuring plants and animals native to the state. In the center are two scissor-tailed flycatchers engaged in a sky-dance that visually creates an implied loop reinforcing the cyclical rhythms of nature."
When admiring this mural, look out for the smaller hidden animals and footprints tucked throughout the work. It's the kind of artwork that rewards a slow, curious look.
Red Tail Hawk
2019 • 200 E. Main St.
Rick Sinnett
Now here’s a mural that’s hard to miss.
Standing an incredible 85 feet tall and 150 feet wide, Rick Sinnett's Red Tail Hawk commands attention right in the heart of downtown Norman.
Red Tail Hawk was inspired by Sinnett’s love of Oklahoma and, you guessed it, the red-tailed hawk. For this mural and many of his other projects, Sinnett utilizes the colors of Oklahoma’s iconic sunsets. His artwork, which characteristically pulls from nature and the land of his youth, incorporates bold lines, vibrant colors, and repeated patterns. His early artistic career took him from Mustang, Oklahoma, to California, where he adopted the nickname “Mothman,” due to the animals and natural elements that serve as the foundation of his compositions.
Next time you're strolling downtown, look up and admire Red Tail Hawk; it’s a mural that earns every second of your attention.
Reuse, Renew, Restore
2015 • 1100 W. Main St.
Skip Hill
One of Norman's longer-standing murals, Reuse, Renew, Restore by Skip Hill depicts the mission of Habitat for Humanity. Paint and primer cans, hammers, and caulk guns are just some of the elements of the mural that speak directly to the work of building homes and community.
While Habitat for Humanity has since moved locations, the mural remains right where it's always been: a bright, positive presence on West Main Street.
Scissortail and Bison
2025 • Griffin Park
Bailee the Kid
Head over to Norman’s east side, and you'll find two of Oklahoma's most beloved symbols painted large across a pair of historic silos: a bison surrounded by sunflowers and a scissor-tailed flycatcher flanked by Oklahoma roses.
The silos are remnants of a once self-sustaining farming and dairy complex that served the adjacent Griffin Memorial Hospital. Beginning in 1983, the surrounding land was developed into the public community park and sports complex known today as Griffin Community Park.
Artist Bailee the Kid brought these silos to life with a vision rooted in connection: "I seek to transform human ideas into tangible expressions that resonate with beauty, purpose, and emotion. My work is designed to enrich spaces — whether in the home or business — by creating a deeper connection between the viewer and the art."
Vibrant Connections
2023 • Adult Wellness and Education Center
Tiffany McKnight and Aunj Braggs
Inside the Healthy Living Norman Adult Wellness and Education Center, Vibrant Connections is a mural that certainly lives up to its name.
The mural celebrates the interconnectedness of people through a rich, layered palette set against an Oklahoma landscape. A luminous path symbolizes shared experiences that unite us, guiding us toward a destiny of togetherness and understanding.
Healthy Living Norman, the Adult Wellness and Education Center, is a state-of-the-art facility designed to promote wellness, education, and community engagement. The piece is a collaboration between two artists, each with their own voice. McKnight’s work draws inspiration from African textiles, Art Nouveau, movement, and the energy of shared public space. Bragg’s creative work primarily centers on her lived experiences, spirituality, and self-preservation, drawing inspiration from the lives of her loved ones, introspective contemplation, and the human condition.
Welcome to Downtown Norman
2020 • 227 W. Main St.
Clean Hands Army
If there's one mural that captures the spirit of a warm Norman welcome, it's this one. Commissioned by Dr. Gabriel Bird, DDS, for his office building, the mural was created by Tulsa-based Clean Hands Army as a vibrant welcome to downtown. Featuring a cowgirl rendered in bright yellow and pink, the mural offers up some down-home hospitality and fun placemaking.
Fun, bright, and full of personality, Welcome to Downtown Norman is a perfect stop on a Norman mural tour and a great place to snap a photo!
Wells Family Farm Norman, OK
2025 • 4091 E. Franklin Rd.
Carlos Barboza
Also created by Carlos Barboza, the mural at Wells Christmas Tree Farm tells the story of the Norman family behind the farm.
Look closely, and you'll find subtle nods to the family's roots in the Oklahoma oil industry woven throughout the composition. Visitors are especially drawn to the dramatic dark clouds rolling out of the upper left-hand corner, painted in Barboza’s hyper-realistic style.
The best part? You can take it all in while sipping a specialty coffee or seasonal drink from The Pines Coffee Shop, open year-round and located right on the farm.
Plan Your Visit to Norman’s Murals
With murals scattered throughout Norman, you can plan to check out several in one day or visit them one at a time.
Several murals are located near the downtown area, so make a day out of it! Stroll through downtown, browse local shops, stop for a bite to eat, and admire the murals along the way.
Discover even more of Norman’s public art on the Norman Arts Council's website!
