Public art
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PublishedAugust 3, 2021
Portland group aims to raise kids’ awareness of public art
A coloring book created by the Portland Public Art Committee is being expanded this year to include illustrations of several more of the city's art pieces.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2021
Bridgton seeks mural designs for downtown district
The Town of Bridgton is calling for mural submissions and building owners in order to put up murals downtown.
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PublishedJune 8, 2021
Deering High student’s street art sends a message about social justice
Emily Segal's colorful crosswalks outside Deering High School are meant to bring attention to Black Lives Matter, LGBTQ+ pride, climate change and mental health awareness.
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PublishedApril 27, 2021
‘Cloaked Figure’ newest piece of public art in Yarmouth
Gray sculptor Roy Patterson's granite sculpture will be installed near Merrill Memorial Library on Main Street.
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PublishedNovember 4, 2020
Creative Portland using art to remind public of health protocols
The art can be found on banners along Congress Street and on buildings across the city.
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PublishedOctober 13, 2020
East Bayside mural project honors neighborhood heroes
Ryan and Rachel Adams' Piece Together Project aims to make sure community advocates are not forgotten.
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PublishedSeptember 8, 2020
Art starts at bus stops
Federal art funding has allowed the works of Maine artists to adorn Portland bus shelters on Bedford, Congress and St. John streets.
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PublishedAugust 7, 2020
Creative Portland installs art in city bus shelters
A federal grant that came last year is helping to fund the installation of public art pieces in 3 bus shelters this month.
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PublishedJuly 4, 2018
Palettes meet palates at Portland restaurant Chaval
Artist Tessa O'Brien's mural uses a floral theme to liven up the patio area.
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PublishedApril 7, 2018
In a matter of months, more than 30 years of Old Port history will be wiped away
Things won't look the same when a mural that tricks the eye is removed from its ailing canvas.