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AboutHistory of Art in Public Places
Art in Public Places is coordinated by Hobsons Bay City Council and is held in conjunction with the Bayside and Williamstown Festivals as a municipal wide event that exhibits the artwork of western region artists in businesses and various venues across Hobsons Bay.
Now in its seventh year, Art in Public Places has continuously grown.
Participation in Art in Public Places is an effective way to promote businesses and artists in Hobsons Bay. Various marketing and media attention surrounds the project increasing the profile of participating businesses and artists.
The project aims to strengthen our community through building stronger partnerships between artists and businesses in the local community.Art in Public Places started in 2004 as part of the visual arts program of the Williamstown Summer Festival.
The project was so successful that it was expanded across the city so as artists and businesses throughout Hobsons Bay could participate. The project is now managed by Hobsons Bay City Council and is run in conjunction with the Williamstown and Bayside Festivals.
Over the seven years the project has been running it has enabled over 500 artists to exhibit in businesses and various venues in Hobsons Bay.
ABAF Award
In 2007 and 2008 Art in Public Places has been recognised with the prestigious Australian Business Arts Foundation (ABAF) State award in the Toyota Community category.
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