Residents Invited to Public Art Dedication April 30

Residents Invited to Public Art Dedication April 30

Published on April 30, 2024

Public Art Lincoln and the Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department invite residents to a dedication of public art at the southwest corner of the 11th and "G" streets intersection at 5 p.m. today, Tuesday, April 30. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at "F" Street Community Center, 1225 "F" St.

The two large-scale ceramic cylinders, "Around a Gas Station" and "The Blue Roofed House" were created by Washington artist Patrick Siler. They are on loan for five years to the City of Lincoln from the artist and his wife, Elizabeth. The installation was arranged by Public Art Lincoln, an advisory board to the City of Lincoln on the City's public art collection. Siler isknown for his expressive and imaginative figurative compositions in a variety of media, including painting, drawing, and ceramic sculpture.

"Public art plays a pivotal role in enriching the quality of life for Lincoln. It fosters a sense of identity, pride, and cultural vibrancy and transforms our public spaces into hubs of creativity," said Maggie Stuckey-Ross, Parks and Recreation Director. "We are grateful to the Silers and Public Art Lincoln for their invaluable contribution to Lincoln. These pieces will attract visitors to the area, raise the spirits of area cyclists and pedestrians, support the local economy, and create a more vibrant, inclusive, and inspiring Lincoln for all to enjoy."

The location of the art on 11th Street has been identified in the City's Public Art Master Plan since 2012 as a greenway or potential art walk area. Because the intersection at "G" Street is part of the Everett Landmark District, placement of the artwork required approval from the Historic Preservation Commission, which was granted in August 2023. The City and Public Art Lincoln also consulted neighborhood residents and businesses before determining the permanent placement of the art.

For more information about Lincoln Public Art, visit lincolnpublicart.org. The Public Art Master Plan and additional information are available at lincoln.ne.gov/publicart.