The Town of Normal is asking for public input on public art.
Members of the public are asked to complete a short online survey, which is available through May. The results will be one of the considerations used in determining where to place public art in the community.
“Our understanding of art and public relationships has evolved and continues to do so,” Normal Cultural Arts Director Beth Whisman said in a statement. “We want to better understand people’s expectations as we create a more intentional approach to public art with a Public Art Master Plan.”
Those taking the survey will be asked about parks and public places visited regularly, the types and kind of art most “intriguing or attractive” in public spaces, and where people would like to see permanent art displayed. It takes less than 7 minutes to complete.
“The town is already planning an art installation in the plaza between the Children’s Discovery Museum and Uptown Station,” Whisman said. “We want to know where else the community would like to see art and what they will enjoy the most. Public art is important … it creates beauty, connects audiences and publicly illustrates our identity. We want residents to complete the survey and share their input.”
The town’s new Public Visual Art Plan was presented to the Normal Town Council last year.
