Unknown Artist’s Work Brightens Trail Users Day
An unknown sidewalk artist, or artists, has been brightening the days of at least one Sligo Creek Trail user for several years now.
Takoma Park Commissions Three Public Art Installations
Takoma Park is the temporary home of three new public art installations commissioned from fiber artist Stacy Cantrell, according to a press release.
Residents Offered Opportunity to Choose Design for New Mural
Residents have the opportunity to choose one of three designs proposed for a large-scale mural on the exterior wall of 8402 Georgia Ave. at the corner of Bonifant Street, a building that houses Lina’s Diner and Bar. The mural is a public-private collaboration between the Silver Spring Urban District, the Silver Spring Arts and Entertainment District, and the Washington Property … Read More
Photo of Silver Spring Landmark Chosen in International Competition
A smartphone photo of a Silver Spring landmark is one of 34 selected for exhibition in the 4th International Phone-ography Competition.
Silver Spring Named Destination to Experience International Culture
Silver Spring has been named one of 11 destinations within the United States where visitors can experience an international culture without leaving the country.
Arts council issues call for works on paper to bolster public collection
Graphic from Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County. The Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Public Art Trust have issued a call for art to reactivate The Contemporary Works on Paper Collection with new acquisitions from artists living in the county and the Washington metropolitan area. The county owns the artwork in this collection … Read More
Takoma Park pop-up exhibit includes historic walking tour
A pair of Takoma Park artists has created an outdoor pop-up exhibit that includes a self-guided walking tour of several historic sites along Sligo Creek and near Takoma Junction.
Takoma Park business group wins grant for public art project
The Old Takoma Business Association/Main Street Takoma has won a $15,000 grant from the state and will commission a set of five “Art Seats” that will be placed at the Takoma Park Gazebo.
Public art proposals for Purple Line stations shown last night
Residents got the first look at the proposals for public art for the county’s Purple Line stations last night during a meeting at Montgomery Blair High School sponsored by the Purple Line Art-in-Transit program.