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ACWORTH PUBLIC ART MASTER PLAN

WHY IS PUBLIC ART IMPORTANT TO US?

Public art can celebrate and make visible our collective vision, values, and traditions. It expresses the many directions that shape our communities and characterize our sense of place. Public art can be used to activate public spaces and invigorate communities. Thoughtfully implemented public art can offer cultural meaning to Acworth and convey its spirit and energy to ourselves and our visitors.

WHY DOES ACWORTH NEED A PUBLIC ART PLAN?

The Acworth Public Art Master Plan will help integrate and unite our City through defining and projecting our values and unique qualities to the immediate region and the world beyond our borders. Our plan will create a roadmap for how we begin to activate our many communities to implement and enjoy public art while also celebrating Acworth’s unique spirit and creativity.

HOW CAN PUBLIC ART TRANSFORM A CITY?

Public art provides meaning to our public spaces, reflects our history, current conditions and the aspirations of our city. It adds distinct character to our neighborhoods, and humanizes our built environment. Public art provides the intersection between our past, present, and future, and also has the power to elevate and unite our city through its unique ability to create gains in social, economic, and cultural value.

Social Value: When people see themselves reflected in their civic spaces, they have a sense of attachment that allows them to feel ownership and respect.

Economic Value: Enhancing the identity and character of Acworth through public art directly supports cultural tourism and economic development strategies, which can attract and retain residents and businesses.

Cultural Value: Public Art has the power to invite contemplation, cultivate curiosity and creative thinking, and to create uniqueness through the reflection of local history and culture which gives communities a sense of place and identity. 

WHAT IS THE TIMELINE FOR THE ACWORTH PUBLIC ART MASTER PLAN?

May – July 2024: Information Gathering and Research, Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement
Summer-Fall 2024: Community Engagement
Fall 2024: Arts Plan Writing
Fall-Winter 2024: Community Review of Recommendations
Winter-early Spring 2024: Community Presentation of Final Public Art Master Plan

EVENTS
Friday, August 30 | 8 AM – Noon – Designing Local engagement at the Acworth Farmers Market
Friday, August 30 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Designing Local engagement in the Historic Two-Block Area

HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?

Anyone who lives, works, or invests in Acworth is encouraged to be involved in shaping the Public Art Master Plan. Take our Community Survey and tell us about the past, present, and future of arts and culture in Acworth.

Interested in participating in a one-on-one conversation? Click here.