Share your vision for Roeland Park
Why is Public Art Important to us?
Public art can celebrate and make visible our collective vision, values, and traditions. It expresses the many directions that shape our communities and characterize our sense of place. Public art can be used to activate public spaces and invigorate communities. Thoughtfully implemented public art can offer cultural meaning to Roeland Park and convey its spirit and energy to ourselves and our visitors.
Why Does Roeland Park Need a Public Art Master Plan?
The Roeland Park Public Art Master Plan will help integrate and unite our City through defining and projecting our values and unique qualities to the immediate region and the world beyond our borders. Our plan will create a roadmap for how we begin to activate our many communities to implement and enjoy public art while also celebrating Roeland Park’s unique spirit and creativity.
How Can Public Art Transform a City?
Public art provides meaning to our public spaces, reflects our history, current conditions and the aspirations of our city. It adds distinct character to our neighborhoods, and humanizes our built environment. Public art provides the intersection between our past, present, and future, and also has the power to elevate and unite our city through its unique ability to create gains in social, economic, and cultural value.
Social Value
When people see themselves reflected in their civic spaces, they have a sense of attachment that allows them to feel ownership and respect.
Economic Value
Enhancing the identity and character of Roeland Park through public art directly supports cultural tourism and economic development strategies, which can attract and retain residents and businesses.
Cultural Value
Public Art has the power to invite contemplation, cultivate curiosity and creative thinking, and to create uniqueness through the reflection of local history and culture which gives communities a sense of place and identity
What Does Public Art Look Like in 2025?
How Can I Get Involved?
Anyone who lives, works, or invests in Roeland Park is encouraged to be involved in shaping the Public Art Master Plan. Take our Community Survey and tell us about the past, present, and future of arts and culture in Roeland Park.
Timeline
April 2025
Information Gathering and Research, Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement
July 2025
Community Engagement and Public Art Plan Writing
August 2025
Community Review of Recommendations
Fall 2025
Community Presentation of Final Public Art Master Plan