NEWBERG, Ore. — After voting ended at the inaugural night of the 2026 season of Tunes on Tuesday, the Butler Mouse bronze sculpture had a name.

Meet — or be reintroduced to — Maestro, the Newberg Public Art Council’s longest tenured resident sculpture, which recently found a long-term home on the lawn near the Newberg Public Library and Chehalem Cultural Center.

“Maestro means the same thing in Spanish: a master, teacher, or someone who inspires others,” the Newberg Public Art Council said when announcing the newly named sculpture.

Maestro was the first installation of the Newberg Public Art Council’s downtown sculpture project, first set in November 2023. Since then, NPAC has added several other sculptures: the Argonauta outside the Want CPA building at 1st Street and Main Street, the Circle of Joy wooden carving in Memorial Park, the Pegasus outside the Newberg Public Library, and Zorro, the bronze fox outside Critter Cabana. Another sculpture is in planning outside Steve’s Auto on the east end of downtown.

The mouse sculpture was moved from the Butler Property following the property’s sale in January 2026 and held at Newberg Public Works until a new location was selected. NPAC prioritized locations where the public could interact with the sculpture, in part because of the community’s habit of outfitting and posing with the mouse.

While Maestro is part of a trio created by Whidbey Island sculptor Georgia Gerber, titled “Boys Night Out,” there are currently no plans to bring the other members of the trio to Newberg, according to NPAC.

Meet All the Public Art in Newberg

Did you know the Newberg Public Art Council is adding new sculptures around Newberg? The council maintains an online interactive map of all locations that either already have a sculpture or mural or are slated to receive one.

With the addition of the bronze mouse at the corner of Sheridan and Howard streets, there are now five sculptures around Newberg. At least eight murals are dispersed around the downtown area, and a new public art project is nearing completion.

If you have a couple of hours and want to see some art, follow this guide based on information from the Public Art Council website and the Living in Newberg YouTube channel.

Newberg Sculptures

Maestro the Mouse — Corner of Sheridan & Howard Streets

Artist Georgia Gerber created this playful bronze piece, which the council hopes brings joy to those who interact with it. Gerber’s work often draws people in for a closer look — and maybe a selfie. Sponsored by Art Elements in Newberg.

The bronze mouse was relocated after Butler Park was sold earlier this year. A welcome-home party was held June 23 during the kickoff concert of the Tunes on Tuesday summer series.

Pegasus — Near the Library

Artist Vanessa Stafford created Pegasus from clay, chicken wire armature, acrylic paints, Plexiglas, fiberglass, epoxy, and LED and battery solar lights. Stafford, who lives in Santa Cruz, is known for sculptures with LED lights that shine from the inside out, as well as paintings and public art installations. the sculpture was moved to the library from Memorial Park (where Circle of Joy now sits) after it was damaged. Sponsored by Kathy Tri. This piece is available for purchase at $2,500 — contact NPAC to learn more.

Argonauta — East First Street and Main Street, near Want CPA

Artist Geoffrey Bauer crafted Argonauta from stainless steel and bronze. The piece draws on the nautilus shell’s blend of apparent fragility and remarkable durability — it has persisted for millions of years — with graceful curves meant to symbolize internal harmony. Sponsored by Tessmer Emery. This piece is available for purchase at $12,500 — contact NPAC to learn more.

Zorro — In Front of Critter Cabana

Artist Steve Tyree cut, hand-hammered, and welded Zorro from bronze sheet metal. Tyree, who grew up with a love for animals, began his sculpting career in 1975 with small puddled steel pieces and has since evolved to life-size bronze wildlife fabrications. Sponsored by The Lee Family.

Circle of Joy — Memorial Park

Stonebender Creations, LLC, carved the Circle of Joy from a redwood tree that once stood in Memorial Park and was removed for safety reasons. Carved scenes of play, companionship, and daily life reflect the park’s enduring community character. The tree was donated by the City of Newberg. Sponsored by All About Decks.

Newberg Murals

Climax Portable Machine Tools (2013)

In 2013, Geoff Gilmore, CEO of Climax Portable Machine Tools, collaborated with George Fox University to paint a mural at the top of their building facing Oregon Highway 219. The project ran into challenges, as the city had no municipal code for murals on record at the time. After developing the code, they created the mural, which features blue and yellow machines, workers, and manufacturing parts. 

Community with One Another — Steve’s Auto Service (2018)

The first mural you see entering downtown from the east, this bright collection of hands and geometric shapes greets drivers on the east side of Steve’s Auto Service. A George Fox University class project completed in 2018 by students Benjamin Cahoon, Jared Mar, Sierra Ratcliff, and Annabelle Wombacher for Professor Luke Zimmerman’s class.

The Art of Newberg — Newberg Public Library (2020)

This highly visible mural on the east side of an auxiliary library building features a sun with various characters engaging in cultural activities below it. “The Art of Newberg,” a George Fox University class project in partnership with the Rotary Club of Newberg, was completed in 2020 by students Megan Nipp, Tyler Friesen, Josie Duff, Sarah Ellis, and Bryce Heimuller for Professor Jillian Sokso’s class.

Community, Music, History, and Environmental Stewardship — Lewis Audio & Video (2021)

This northeast mural shows a group of people walking along a brick path — a nod to the history of brick making in the city of Newberg — with music acting as a fence and farmland in the background. A George Fox University class project completed in 2021. Allison McClay advised students Elizabeth Buchheit, Lang Kanyer, Izzy Dixon, Chandler Everett, Emily Pulver, Gabrielle Brinkman, and Icy Lyman for Professor Jillian Sokso’s class. Rotary Club of Newberg partnered on the project.

The Community and Diversity of Newberg — El Tala Market (2022)

This mural dominated by light pinks, teals, and yellows features a collection of people engaging in different Willamette Valley-themed activities. A George Fox University class project, in collaboration with Rotary Club of Newberg, completed in 2022 by students Bryce Heimuller, Carla Cieza, Megan Nipp, Amanda Bays, Natasha Schuyler, Cory Patton, and Maddy Venje for Professor Jillian Sokso’s class.

Ixtapa Restaurant (2024)

George Fox University Art & Design Department (GFU) partnered with Newberg’s Noon Rotary Club to design a mural for the blank wall on the west side of Ixtapa Restaurant. The theme surrounds care and connection.

Vines of Renewal — Terry’s Crush2Cellar (2024)

This nature-driven mural featuring abstract images of wine growing and harvesting was facilitated by the LIVE Certification Program and funded by the Ribbon Ridge Winegrowers Association (RRWA). It was created by Swiss muralist and designer Salomée Souag and completed by Chiloiro, a Portland-based artist. Miller Paint and Color Atelier donated paint for the mural, which was completed on October 17, 2024.

Blue Trout Gallery

This idyllic wine country scene has sparse information available. If you know the origin, artist, or date, please contact Newsberg.

Some locations may require a car. The guide is organized to make walking within each area of town as easy as possible. Learn more at https://www.newbergpublicart.com/.