Public Art

About the Public Art Program

Cities gain cultural, social and economic value when they integrate art into their public spaces. Public art also distinguishes 
Bainbridge Island as a unique and culturally active community. Perhaps most importantly, public art humanizes the built environment and invigorates public spaces.

We believe Bainbridge Island needs public art.

To view a list of the COBI public art permanent collection, click here.

To learn more about the public art on Bainbridge Island, visit. CurrentsOnline.com/public-art

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee (PAC) is a group of volunteers dedicated to enhancing public space through access to public art. The committee members are recruited by Arts & Humanities Bainbridge (AHB) for their artistic, cultural, or community knowledge.

PAC is responsible for proposing new works and programs to the City Council, assisting with design and implementation of installations, and advising the City on maintenance of the existing collection. AHB provides administrative support including press, community engagement, project management, grant applications and coordination with the City. AHB also consults with PAC to provide advisory services for a fee to private entities for placement of art in public spaces.

2020 Public Art Committee members
Steve Rabago (chair), Susan Arens, Bill Baran-Mickle, Patty Bell, Sylvia Carlton, Grace Harris, Andy Navage, Shawn Parks, Amy Roberts, Debra Ruzinsky, and Denise Stoughton

Interested in volunteering as a committee or jury member?
Contact: Steve Rabago.