This episode originally aired on July 18, 2023.
From sculptures of corn to statues of deer to murals cascading down the sides of buildings - public art is everywhere in Central Ohio.
But of the 14 largest cities in the country, Columbus is the only one without a public art plan. That could be changing soon.
The Greater Columbus Arts Council has announced a year-long initiative to launch a public art plan. The plan isn’t only limited to Columbus – it will also encompass Franklin County.
We’ll explore the planning process, the goals of the program and what it’ll mean for local artists.
Host:
- Amy Juravich, 89.7 NPR News Midday Host and assistant program director
Guests:
- Jami Goldstein, vice president of marketing, communications and events for the Greater Columbus Arts Commission (GCAC)
- Holly Shen, Lord Cultural Resources project lead for Greater Columbus Arts Commission
- Mandi Caskey, Columbus muralist
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