ARTS and CULTURE
Opinion: The Art of Participatory Budgeting
Yazmany Arboleda |
“By voting on The People’s Money, New Yorkers are not just selecting projects; they are participating in a shared vision for our city’s future.”
Art at the Limits
The Art Treasures Behind NYC’s School Doors
Gail Robinson |
With pieces dating back to the early 20th century, the city’s public schools are home to almost 2,000 works encompassing realistic murals depicting the city’s history, giant pieces on exterior walls, playground installations that teach children about sound, fanciful fences and wall installations with nooks and crannies for students to explore. Faith Ringgold, Keith Haring, Romare Bearden and Carrie Mae Weems are among the many prominent artists represented.
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Subway Art Campaign Tackles Anti-Asian Bias During COVID-19
Nicole Javorsky |
From the start of the city’s coronavirus crisis in February 2020, the city’s Commission on Human Rights received more than 566 reports of discrimination, harassment, and bias related to COVID-19, 184 of which were anti-Asian in nature.
Art at the Limits
Could a New ‘New Deal’ Put Artists to Work Shaping the City?
David Brand |
Eight decades ago the government responded to economic disaster with jobs programs that also beautified public spaces. It might be time for another one.
Art at the Limits
Opponents of Sims Statue Worry His Pedestal Will Remain in Honored Spot
Sophie Putka |
The artist who designs a replacement piece will determine whether to remove the pedestal. But that idea will have to pass a vote by an ‘artist selection panel.’
