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Grantmakers in the Arts: Reclaiming Our Streets with Asphalt Art
Cities everywhere have a real hunger for projects that can turn everyday infrastructure from an afterthought into a highlight of public life. Arts and culture can and does transform public spaces, as ArtPlace America has reinforced in its recent cross-sector research.
‘Gems of Troy’: Largest public art project in city’s history completed
After letting the community weigh in every step of the way, a colorful new mural has been completed on the Hoosick Street Bridge underpass.
Richmond BizSense: Jackson Ward crossroads of Brook, Marshall get parklet, street mural
As two other parklets in the city remain in limbo, the last of an initial wave of the pop-up patios that have been in the works over the course of the pandemic has been placed as part of a larger intersection enhancement.
Niagara Gazette: Niagara Falls chosen for Asphalt Art Grant
Niagara Falls is one of 26 U.S. cities to be selected for a $25,000 Asphalt Art Grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies. The grant application was submitted by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area in partnership with the City of Niagara Falls.
Block Club Chicago: West Side Pedestrians Avoid This Busy Intersection, But Public Art And Street Improvements Aim To Make It More Walkable
A tricky intersection often avoided by West Side pedestrians will soon be upgraded with better street infrastructure and public art to make the crossing safer and more walkable.
Times Union: Mural adding a splash of color under Collar City Bridge
The underpass of the Collar City Bridge in Troy is getting a lot more colorful. The Arts Center of the Capital Region has collaborated with the city of Troy to organize the Uniting Line project.
The Commonwealth Times: Art institutions, Richmond team up for painting project funded by grant
A diamond-shaped mural with a teal Sankofa iconography-inspired image sits surrounded by thick red and yellow lines, creating color contrast that immediately catches the eye.
The Kansas City Beacon: In Kansas City, asphalt art is paving the way for safer streets
The city recently received a grant to build more street art installations as part of its Vision Zero plan.
Fairbanks (AK) Daily News-Miner: Yes, asphalt art can make streets safer
Asphalt art can beautify an urban space. It can also make streets easier to navigate, invite more people out and push crime down.
Smart Cities Dive: 9 creative asphalt art projects across the US: photos
From Reno, Nevada, to Trenton, New Jersey, see eye-catching projects led by recent recipients of Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Initiative funding.