RAD Napa’s vision is to see an underappreciated two mile stretch that runs through downtown Napa pulse with new energy and awe-inspiring sights that spark meaningful dialogue. Through investment in and stewardship of a dedicated public art district in the City of Napa, RAD Napa can achieve this vision. We believe that when art becomes part of the fabric of a community, every citizen has the opportunity to see new possibilities and create a better future for everyone.
OPENING RECEPTION DECEMBER 4th
4:30 - 7 PM
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MARKET RUNS DECEMBER 5, 6 & 7th
10 AM - 4 PM
SUNDAY IS FAMILY DAY WITH FUN ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS!
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How We Impact the Community
The Rail Arts District (RAD) is a 2 mile-long route of contemporary art that exists free to the public, and runs along the Vine Trail and Napa Valley Wine Train route from the Oxbow District to Redwood Road.
We have installed more than 40 works of art, including 21 large-scale ceramic sculptures. In 2024, RAD unveiled Quake Mosaic – a large-scale public artwork by Kristina Young, created in collaboration with over 2,000 community members over the previous decade. This piece acknowledges the painful losses many Napans faced during the 2014 quake and 2017 and 2020 wildfires, while demonstrating our strength and commitment to rebuild and move forward together.
Over half a million people ride their bikes or walk through RAD each year, 30% of which are from out of town. The Rail Arts District makes an important contribution to what makes Napa a wonderful place to visit and to live.
RAD has been instrumental in helping me fundraise, plan and manage the production of the Quake Mosaic, a collaborative community-built project I’ve been working on since 2014. Without their help and advocacy I would never have been able to complete it.
INTERACTIVE MAP
RAIL ARTS DISTRICT (RAD)
NAPA ART WALK
RAD district follows the Napa Valley Vine Trail, a walking and biking trail.
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RECENT PROJECT
Terracotta Corridor: An Exhibition of 21 Monumental Clay Sculptures
A selection of work from some 400 artists that participated in the program are howcased in the Rail Arts District including works by Alan Chin, Cameron Crawford, Ann Christenson, Carolyn Ford, Tom Franco, Robert Harrison, Susannah Israel, Lisa Reinertson, Patrick Siler, John Toki and Rimas VisGirda.
This project is made possible by generous support from Chuck and Ann McMinn and Mission Clay Products.
ART + ARTISTS
RAD installations are by thoughtful curation of celebrated local and international artists brought to Napa to enliven the Rail Arts District and our community.
MEMBERSHIP
Do you believe in the cultural, educational and economic value of public art in Napa? Consider supporting RAD as we create a new, dedicated public art district in Napa Valley. No gift is too small and every donation is tax deductible.
ABOUT
Founded in 2016, the Rail Arts District (RAD) Napa is envisioned as a free outdoor contemporary art museum. RAD Napa begins in Napa’s Oxbow District and continues northward for two miles along the Napa Valley Vine Trail bike and pedestrian path and the Napa Valley Wine Train tracks.
PROGRAMS + NEWS
Rail Arts District (RAD) Napa supports local, educational programs. Learn more about our ongoing promotions, media hits and more.