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Michigan City Public Art Committee details scholarships, collection and asks council to create ‘percent‑for‑art’ program
Summary
The Michigan City Public Art Committee presented its 2025 annual report, saying it awarded 11 scholarships, displayed dozens of works (including 5 new Sculpt Fusion pieces) and used ARPA funds for recent purchases. The committee asked the council to work with city planners on a percent‑for‑art program tied to construction projects.
The Michigan City Public Art Committee delivered its 2025 annual report to the Common Council on Feb. 3, outlining the committee’s programming, collection value and an ask for formal city policy.
“Art in public places humanizes cities, making them more beautiful, meaningful, healthy, and connected,” Matthew Kubik, architect and professor emeritus, told the council as he introduced the group’s presentation. Committee representatives described scholarship awards, rotating exhibits and investments in permanent pieces.
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