Public art project in Elizabeth will start in April; University City project to be led by artist who lives and works in the neighborhood.
Forty-eight groups and individuals awarded for projects that build community and increase relevance and innovation.
Virtual community engagement on Jan. 20 will give residents opportunity to meet artist and share ideas to inspire artwork.
Grantees will receive a combined $198,100 in funding – more than double 2021 funding – and represent creative disciplines from film and theatre to visual arts and dance.
“SKYLINE,” a site-specific artwork integrated into the Charlotte Convention Center overstreet pedestrian walkway, was created by Los Angeles-based artist Susan Narduli.
Thirty-one groups and individuals receive a combined $198,000 in funding for cultural projects that build community and increase relevance and innovation.
“Excelsior” celebrates the strength and history of community.
Tiff Massey will share her concept for public artwork at virtual Community Engagement Meeting.

