arts funding

The evolution of public art

The evolution of public art

Evolution takes trust—in people and systems—and I want to take this moment to thank all those who joined us, and trusted us, in 2022. Your critical feedback and financial support demonstrated that bold public art plays a vital part in building a more vibrant and equitable Boston.

Building a Public Art City

Building a Public Art City

From our Catalyst Circle to Leadership Circle to 24/7 Circle, to the meaningful contributions of friends and neighbors, we are all helping to infuse more enjoyment in Boston. This month we are celebrating two major donors who have made significant investments in N+T: Barr Foundation and Wagner Foundation.

City of Boston Invests for more public art

City of Boston Invests for more public art

Last week, the City of Boston demonstrated its commitment to arts, culture, and the value it places in creating a vibrant and equitable city. Now + There was one of 192 arts and cultural organizations awarded an unrestricted grant from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture, as part of the Boston Cultural Council/Reopen Creative Boston funding.


Unwavering Support

Unwavering Support

When funders demonstrate their confidence in our work and the city places the arts as a core pillar of the city’s economy, we can’t help but feel hopeful that public art will remain a part of Boston’s identity in the years to come. Read on to share in our gratitude for the unwavering support of a handful of generous and dedicated funders who have remained steadfast during the COVID-19 crisis.

For Boston: A Year of Public Art

For Boston: A Year of Public Art

Site-specific public art is the lens through which we experience common spaces and grow as a community. In 2017, Chicago is celebrating a Year of Public Art by funding permanent and temporary works, performances, education, and gatherings to promote civic discourse through art. Here's how we think Boston can—must!—have a Year of Public Art.