Eagan Showcases Art Throughout the Community By Tanya Mozingo, CPRP, Recreation Manager, City of Eagan
The City of Eagan’s robust public art program features large installations, art benches, community art and art on loan. With an inventory of more than 30 artworks, visitors find something that delights all around town.
WOODHAVEN INSTALLATION In Eagan, parks and recreation opportunities are for everyone! Our team is continually challenging ourselves to take the next step in creating spaces for everyone. And engagement, listening, and being creative are at the heart of how we do that. We know kids (and adults) learn through both play and creating. That’s why when we created Destination All-Play at Woodhaven Park, as an inclusive space allowing everyone, young and old, and all abilities, we encompassed art into the parks design process. Through engaging kids, families, and local artists, we incorporated beautiful art at Woodhaven Park that is calming, simple, and joyful, and is also sensitive to potentially triggering colors or designs. With this mural, which was designed and installed by a local GoodSpace Murals, and painted by children and adults in our community, we added an additional enhancement to this amazing park.
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