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In cities across the country, public art takes a variety of
forms. Historically, art that is accessible to the public has
been in the form of freestanding pieces of work or objects that
occupy a public space, such as sculptures or memorials, or
architectural embellishments such as carved facades. Art may
also be integrated into the way the city is built. Functional
objects such as benches, trail markers, tree guards, or manhole
covers can be commissioned works by artists.
In a growing number of cities, artists are working with architects, engineers, and landscape designers to create visually rich public spaces. These include pedestrian and vehicular bridges, streetscapes, and canal banks. All of these forms of public art make cities more interesting and unique places to live, work, and visit. More Information on Public Art The Public Art Program is managed by the
Arts Council of Indianapolis.
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With support from the
Indianapolis Cultural Development Commission
Arts Council of Indianapolis :
Indianapolis Convention & Visitors
Association : Indianapolis Downtown, Inc.
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