A new installment in the successful “Paint the Town” series is scheduled for April 16 in downtown Los Altos. This time, artists are assigned to “paint the town history,” creating pieces from the archives of the Los Altos History Museum and Town Crier.

More than 25 artists have signed on to participate. The public is invited to observe them in action on the streets of downtown Los Altos from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 16.

The “Paint the Town” series, sponsored by the Los Altos Cultural Association, began in 1999 when artists captured what “Los Altos looked like the last year of the 20th century.” A book of the same title showcased about 90 of their paintings. Now out of the print, the book was presented to non-profit organizations to sell as a fund-raiser and became a popular gift item for coffee tables. Community organizations raised more than $70,000 through book sales.

A 2005 calendar published last year under the banner of “Los Altos Lifestyles” also served as a fund-raiser for non-profits.

Artists can participate by calling 948-9000, ext. 311.