The Art of Soccer

Houston will host FIFA World Cup 2026™ this summer, and Houston Public Library is celebrating by bringing The Art of Soccer to Central Library! Houston-area businesses participating in this campaign are paired with local artists to decorate 36-inch soccer balls, which are displayed around the city. Funds raised through this campaign go directly towards the FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston™ Host Committee's legacy programs, which include providing club soccer access to underserved youth in the community, minimizing environmental impact through sustainability programming, and protecting human rights.

About the Harris County–Houston Sports Authority and the Sports Authority Foundation

The Harris County–Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA), founded in 1997, is responsible for servicing the debt of the world-class sports facilities it was created to build and ensuring their long-term sustainability. In support of this core mission, HCHSA leads the charge in attracting major sporting events to Houston and promoting our region as a home for all sports-related activities. This ultimately results in enhancing our economic development, improving the quality of life for our residents, and reinforcing Houston and Harris County as a premier destination for marquee sporting events. Its 501(c)(3) arm, the Sports Authority Foundation, manages the community engagement and legacy programs tied to major events, including FIFA World Cup 26™ in Houston, through Impact Houston 26. Learn more at Harris County–Houston Sports Authority and Sports Authority Foundation.

This exhibition is in partnership with the Sports Authority Foundation. Images courtesy of Sports Authority Foundation

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