Why is it so important to see your legend on the streets?
- Public art is for everyone! Instead of being hidden away in stuffy galleries or museums, public sculptures are right there on the street. You can’t get more inclusive than that!
- It brings beauty, interest, and education to the streets, making them nicer places to be.
- They can be used as a tool to inspire the public to engage and encourage discussion, creating a more active and mindful community.
- It inspires artistic expression and encourages budding artists to get creative.
- It’s a booster for business. From the cafe across the road to public transport, all local businesses benefit from the increase in visitors.
- It’s an investment in the good life, improving liveability and creating a sense of community pride.
- It builds connections between neighbours, celebrating their shared history and making cultural heritage something they can all be protectors of.
- It’s a productivity booster. Creating a more interesting place around workplaces improves morale, inspiring people to work harder.
- It’s a fun way to learn. By discovering the past we can open hearts and minds to shape a better future.
- It creates awareness of the issues that matter most in the community.
