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Get matched →HomeDepartmentsCommunity DevelopmentDivisionsPlanningPublic Art Public Art While LYH is memorable for many reasons, public art truly makes a place unique. It reflects the culture of the area and adds a humanizing and creative element to what might otherwise be bare spaces. Areas with public art are livelier, more enjoyable, and more memorable than those that lack elements for the public to engage with.Lynchburg's Public Art Program is a process for people interested in installing public art on City property or in public rights-of-way such as streets and sidewalks. This program helps the City create opportunities for Lynchburg residents, visitors, students and businesses to enjoy public art, encourage resident artists to present their work and create public spaces that are attractive to all who use them.Proposals are evaluated based on specific standards to ensure that the art is enriching, safe, and suitable for all members of the community. To see the criteria, please see the Guidelines for Public Art (PDF).Interested applicants should fill out a Memorandum of Understanding, found at the bottom of this page, and Email Tom Martin or call 434-455-3909.Public Art Process: Read the Public Art Policy Read and sign the Public Art Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and submit a rendering/design of the project as well as a map and description for exact location. The City’s Technical Review Committee (TRC) will evaluate and review the proposal based on specific standards to ensure that the art is enriching, safe, and suitable for all members of the community. Once TRC has approved the design, engineering and placement of the installation, the project is reviewed by the Public Art Committee for final approval.Please note that this program does not apply to people who wish to put public art on their own private property.The Office of Economic Development & Tourism for the City of Lynchburg manages the James River Arts & Culture District Program. Through an application process, this program supports arts & cultural related projects within the Central Business District. Please visit https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/james-river-arts-culture-program/ for more information and the district map. 1 LOVE Sign 2 Art Alley 3 Kemper Street Mural 4 Amazement Square Mosaic Public Art Policy - (PDF) Memorandum of Understanding for Public Art Sample (DOC) Memorandum of Understanding for Public Art Sample (PDF) Contact Us Tom Martin Director, Community Development Email Tom Martin More Information
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