Public Art Program
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By placing artwork in our everyday environment, the Public Art Program sparks community participation in the building of our public spaces; offers public access to ideas generated by contemporary art; encourages citizens to take pride in public cultural expression; and creates a forum to address relevant themes and issues.
The Richmond Public Art Program endorsed by City Council on June 23, 1997 now boasts more than fifty public art pieces.
The Program consists of three distinct initiatives: civic, private sector and community.
Richmond has seen an increase in civic public art since the Olympic Oval first broke ground in Fall 2005. The Oval precinct itself has attracted public attention with a number of large scale public art projects by internationally acclaimed artists including Janet Echelman, Buster Simpson and Susan A. Point.
As the value and benefits of public art become apparent, developer participation in the Program is increasing. More than twenty-three private sector public art projects now enrich Richmond's downtown centre. As our communities grow, so too does our desire for self-identity and a lasting legacy. To date, Richmond communities have been actively involved in fourteen projectes, with additional community projects funded annually.
To learn more about our inventory and experience Richmond's public art look for our Public Art in the City brochure or download the pdf:
To learn more about the Arts in Richmond download the 2009 Arts Update pdf
2009 Arts Update
To learn more about Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services download the 2009 Annual Progress Report pdf
2009 Annual Progress Report
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