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Public Art Network Listserv (Members Only)
The Public Art Network listserv encourages dialogue and discussion of critical public art issues and acts as a networking tool and research engine for the field. Recent issues that have appeared on the listserv have included discussions on copyright, best practices in artist selection, insurance for temporary projects, contract information, deaccessioning policies, and examples of public art in public transportation. In addition to postings by members, the listserv features project opportunities.
The listserv is available exclusively to Americans for the Arts members. If you are not a member, and would like more information, please visit the Become a Member page to learn how to join.
The Public Art Dialogue (PAD) is an organization devoted to public art. PAD was founded on the premise that dialogue is the essential element in all effective public art endeavors. Our goal is to provide platforms for dialogue among public art professionals and students across disciplines. PAD is an member-based organization and affiliate of the College Art Association (CAA).
Creative Cities Network of Canada Public Art Forum
The Creative City Network of Canada is committed to connecting everyone involved in public art such as artists, public art officers, curators, conservators, installation crews, foundries, private donors, businesses and citizens to raise the level of Public Art practice in communities across Canada.
Institute for Public (IPA) is an international network of researchers and professionals, whose aims are to research, celebrate and advocate excellence in public art. This is acheived through The International Award for Public Art (IAPA) and through international academic exchange.
Posts From the Field
Words From Field Leaders
2018 PAN Leadership Awardee Presentation, Renee Piechocki
2017 PAN Leadership Awardee Presentation, Cath Brunner
Artists' works-and thinking Blog Post, Cath Brunner
The Question We Should Be Asking is "Does It Work?", Barbara Goldstein
2016 PAN Leadership Awardee Presentation, Barbara Goldstein
Seven Reasons to Become a Public Art Leader, Barbara Goldstein
A Catalyst for Art: Jessica Cusick, Helen Lessick
Words From Growing Professionals
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Upcoming Conferences
Americans for the Arts Annual Convention with Public Art & Civic Design Conference, June 25th - 28th | Washington, DC
Regional Groups
Connect In-Person With Local Public Art Professionals
Setting Up an In-Person Workshop
Career Growth
Jobs & Opportunities
Public Art Calls for Artists and Consultants
Awards & Recognitions
Videos
Annual Convention Sessions
2018 Annual Convention: Arts Education & Public Art: Towards Practice
2018 Annual Convention: Monuments, Public Memory, and the Artist
2018 Public Art Preconference: Opening Session and PAN Award Presentation
2018 Public Art Preconference: PAN Year in Review Topics & Trends Presentation and Closing Session
From the Americans for the Arts YouTube page
Communities Thrive from Public Art
Public Art Basics and the Public Art Resource Center
PAN Year in Review Project Videos Play List
Publications & Research
Publications From Americans for the Arts
Beyond Accumulation? Planning for Public Art
Research From Americans for the Arts
2017 Survey of Public Art Programs Report
Americans Speak Out About the Arts Public Opinion Poll, 2016 & 2018
Local Arts Agency Census 2015: Public Art
2013 Local Arts Agency Salary & Benefits Summary: Public Art
