CHAPTER 4: ASPIRATIONS FOR PUBLIC ART PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT As part of the planning process, residents and stakeholders in Frankfort expressed a desire for public art to be sited throughout the city- on walls, in parks, and along the sidewalks. As a functional matter, it is recommended that the Frankfort Public Art Program be housed within the City Manager’s Office, governed by the newly created Creativity and Culture Commission, and administered by City Staff. Below you will find the Vision and guiding principles that inform and shape the program for years to come. VISION
Frankfort is the Public Art Capital of Kentucky through celebrating the creative spirit of its residents through an investment in public art. GUIDING PRINCIPLES
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Frankfort’s Public Art: Enhances the identity of the City; Elevates the cultural vibrancy of the community; Is designed for a diverse and ever-changing audience of residents and tourists; Will be distributed citywide, focusing on areas where people gather; Is sensitive to community histories, strengths, and aspirations; Contributes positively to community health; Is commissioned in an open, informed atmosphere; and Expresses the values and vision of the community. Frankfort ARTS Master Plan
