The Tampa Bay Lightning and its foundation have announced the 2026‑27 cohort for the Local Artist Collaboration, a new initiative that pairs professional hockey players with local artists to create public art projects. The program, part of the organization’s “Hockey Is For Everyone” campaign, seeks to celebrate diversity and community engagement by showcasing murals, sculptures, and installations across the region. By involving artists from the Tampa Bay area, the Lightning aim to strengthen ties with fans and highlight the city’s cultural vibrancy while promoting the sport’s inclusive values.

TAMPA BAY – The Tampa Bay Lightning and the Lightning Foundation today unveiled the 2026-27 class for the Local Artist Collaboration, a program aimed at strengthening “Hockey Is For Everyone” ...