Public Art Program
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Art in Transit, the public
art program for the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and
partnering organizations, announces an opportunity for
public art commissions on the North Temple TRAX line that
will connect Salt Lake City to the Salt Lake City
International Airport.
Art in Transit will award five commissions, one at each of
the light rail stations to be built along North Temple, the
street that connects downtown to the Airport. The commission
for public art at the Airport station will be issued in mid
January 2010. Art in Transit is managed by the Salt Lake
City Arts Council in partnership with UTA.
For submission requirements and the complete application,
click here.
Salt Lake City's public art program provides opportunities for artists to create artwork that enhances or is integrated into public buildings and public spaces. Established by ordinance, this program is managed by the Salt Lake City Arts Council with oversight from a citizen advisory board, the Salt Lake Art Design Board.
Funding is derived from a number of sources, including the City's general fund, the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City, bond issues and partners like the Utah Transit Authority.
When a new project has been identified, and the scope, budget and timeline for the project have been determined, a public announcement is issued to interested artists. To be included on the mailing list for these announcements, artists can call the Arts Council at
801.596.5000 or send e-mail
.
These public art projects are generally not restricted to Utah artists. However, some of the smaller commissions may be limited to Utah artists because of budget considerations.
Salt Lake County and the
State of Utah also administer public art programs.
For examples of Salt Lake City public art projects,
click here.
