Art in Public Places is dedicated to celebrating Boynton Beach's heritage and character, creating a cultural environment, and stimulating economic growth. Public artwork will be integrated into the architecture, infrastructure and landscape, making Boynton Beach a premier city in Florida in which to live, work and visit.
The Arts Commission, appointed in April 2005, is the advisory board on matters pertaining to Visual Art. The Arts Commission researched, created and developed the Art in Public Places program.The AIPP programs are funded through the City's public art ordinance.
The Public Art Administrator develops, coordinates and manages the City's Art in Public Places Program.
Programs:
Art Connections : monthly educational program connecting art, artwork and artists with the public. Free program takes place at the City Library.
Art in Development : information about specific public art projects in development and redevelopment locations within Boynton Beach.
Avenue of the Arts: a year long artwork on loan program that's designed to evoke your imagination, provoke your creativity and invoke your senses.
Carolyn Sims Public Art Memorial: celebrates Carolyn Sims' contribution to the quality of life in Boynton Beach. Find out about visiting world renowned artist Frank Vargo's studio as well as participating in the Public Art process...
CRA Beautification: murals to beautify dumpsters in Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) district. Businesses, educational and religious organizations and other commercial trash customers, including multi-unit residential complexes located within the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) district may have their exposed dumpsters enhanced through a unique design initiative. "Postcards from Boynton" project will upgrade dumpsters, replacing them with new dumpsters painted by artists.
Graffiti Mural Program: Most mural projects commission an artist(s) to paint a single wall for public art demonstration purposes. This project includes an educational and community component. Graffiti Art is a unique form of art which is challenging to master. It is very appealing to the youth and a great way for them to positively express themselves. This art form will showcase Boynton youth's participation in a positive outcome and will contribute to the transformation and enrichment of the community.
Public Art in City Hall: information about artists and their artwork adorning the City Hall.
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