Mission
The Ann Arbor Public Art Commission is an advisory body to City Council with the goal of creating public art in Ann Arbor that improves the aesthetic quality of public spaces and structures and provides cultural and recreational opportunities that contribute to local heritage, stimulates economic and promotes the general welfare of the community.
We are not a source of funding and any proposed project should address a plan for funding. However, we can provide visibility and feedback for proposals submitted and, if municipal space is part of your project, city ordinance requires you to seek our recommendations first. AAPAC meetings are open to the public; agendas and minutes for the Public Art Commission are stored on the Legistar Calendar.
Virtual art tour
Now you can take a
virtual tour of public art in Ann Arbor. Learn more about each piece and the artist behind it. The
tool also works on your smartphone, essentially serving as a digital guide.
Get involved
You can get involved by making a
donation, organizing a neighborhood public art project, volunteer to serve on an AAPAC sub-committee or
offer suggestions for public art themes and locations. If you'd like to suggest location, or concept, ideas for public art that the city could commission, please send an email to
[email protected].
Public Art Commissioners:
Cynthia Harrison, Member of City Council (non-voting)
Fang Zhang, Hughes Fellow at the University of Michigan, Chair
Jamall Bufford, WISD Project Specialist, Vice-Chair
Allison Buck, Marketing Director
Sophie Grillet, Fine Artist
John Kotarski, Educator
Marianetta Porter, Artist/Professor
Mary Thiefels, Artist
Peggy Leonard, Elementary Art Teacher
Citizens interested in supporting and promoting the City of Ann Arbor through participation on a city board or commission, please visit the
Boards and Commissions page.
