PUBLIC ART ROUNDTABLES
The public art roundtables were created by RAC’s Public Art Committee in 2026 to help create space for conversations around the region’s public art and develop opportunities for those active within and those looking to engage with the public art ecosystem to connect and share solutions.
Session 1: Mapping the Public Art Ecosystem: Understanding Our Shared Landscape
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CT
LOCATION: TBD
Who is this session for?
This roundtable will bring together artists, arts organizations, developers, municipalities, funders, fabricators, community organizations, and other individuals and entities engaged or planning to engage public art across St. Louis City and County.
Session 2: Processes & Pain Points: Strengthening Public Art Commissioning
WHEN: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CT
LOCATION: TBD
Who is this session for?
Building on the conversations and questions identified during the first session, this roundtable will focus on the experiences of administrators, public art commissioning bodies, municipalities and other individuals and entities responsible for bringing public art projects to life.
Session 3: From Studio to Streetscape: Conceptualizing and Scaling Artwork for Public Space
WHEN: Thursday, January 21, 2027, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CT
LOCATION: TBD
Who is this session for?
This roundtable is designed for artists interested in creating public art, but who are unsure of how to translate their studio practice into work that can thrive in the public realm.
Questions? Contact publicart@racstl.org