Visioning Glasgow - Glasgow's Public Art Strategy

This event will bring together artists, architects, academics and policymakers to explore the future role of public art in Glasgow.
About this Event

Organised by GIA and RIAS, supported by Glasgow City Council, this Visioning Glasgow event will bring together artists, architects, academics and policymakers to explore the future role of public art in Glasgow. Together we will consider public art from intellectual, cultural, planning, architectural and economic perspectives, while exploring opportunities to inform future policy, investment and delivery.

Glasgow has a rich tradition of public art, from historic monuments and civic sculpture to contemporary murals, installations and community-led creative projects. As the city evolves, there is an opportunity to think more strategically about how public art can contribute to civic identity, placemaking, economic growth and cultural vibrancy.

A Call to Action

How can public art continue to shape a distinctive, inclusive and investment-ready Glasgow?

What role should creativity play in our streets, public spaces and neighbourhoods?

What policies, partnerships and delivery models are needed to support ambitious public art across the city?

We need your ideas.

Join the Conversation

A highly interactive evening of discussion and idea generation exploring the future of public art in Glasgow.

When arriving, participants will be invited to reflect on a memorable moment of wonder, inspiration or connection they have experienced through public art in Glasgow, and pin it to a map of the city. Together, these stories will help create a collective picture of the places, artworks and experiences that matter most to Glasgow's people and communities.