Morris Park group announces Ruth Marshall public-art installation and community workshops at neighborhood playground

Camilla of the Morris Park Business Improvement District told Community Board 11’s Parks Committee on Sept. 10 that a new public-art installation by artist Ruth Marshall will be installed at the Matthew Molina playground and that the Parks Department has approved the project.
Camilla said installation would begin on Friday, followed by weekly community workshops at the Morris Park Library on Saturdays for approximately four weekends so neighbors can create additional pieces. She said the group expects to complete the installation within about three months and that the display has approval to remain in place through June (year not specified in the meeting record).
Camilla said the project was supported by a grant from the Bronx Council on the Arts that Drew received in Westchester Square. She described the artwork as “large round sort of crochet pieces” that will be added over time as community members create them during workshops.
When asked if the pieces would be for sale, Camilla replied the installation is for public display and community enjoyment, not for sale. She also offered to send a flyer for the workshops to the committee’s staff contact so interested residents can participate.
The Parks Department’s written approvals or permits were referenced by Camilla but were not included in the meeting packet; committee members were told Catherine from Parks will attend the October meeting and can provide additional details if needed.