Deal should clear the way for stadium art

District officials have found a way to dress the new Washington Nationals’ stadium in murals, paintings, photography and sculpture, despite the ubiquitous cost cap hanging over the project.

The idea to display a wide selection of artwork throughout the park and its many public plazas was nixed in December when officials were told the effort would cost taxpayer dollars and bust the $611 million construction cap, a strict limit set by the D.C. Council.