“Public art creates a sense of place, contributing to a community’s identity. It speaks to local values and cultural diversity.”—In 2000-2001, the California Arts Council, a state agency, asked the Institute to prepare a series of articles for Western City and California County on policy options for local officials in the area of the arts and the positive role the arts play in the community. “Public Art: Changing the World Around Us” and other articles are available online.
“Public art can generate big revenues and beautify urban areas. Or it can anger residents. How does one measure its success?”—An article in this week’s Christian Science Monitor.