ThePublicCollection

A public art & literacy project of artist-designed book stations; increasing access to books & art.

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“Playbook” is now at @TheFieldhouse! Thanks @PacersSportsEnt!

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Excited to announce that we’ve created a new installation for #MarchMadness! “Playbook” by artist, Brose Partington, mimics a reclaimed basketball floor and reflects the gathering of teams from different courts.
Big thanks to @indsportscorp, and @marchmadness!

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Happy Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Solstice, New Year & everything in between!
“There is no envy, jealousy or hatred between the different colors of the rainbow. No fear either. Because each one exists to make the others’ love more beautiful.” - Aberjhani
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Thanks for the love @VisitIndy !

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@PublicCollect unveiled two newest book-share sculptures in #LoveIndy. One at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and one at the Athenaeum.

@Thequeenoffree gives the scoop on combining reading + art! 📚📚

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@joycerussell10 Check out our website for other installation locations like CityWay, Athenaeum, MLK Memorial Park & more. https://t.co/AezI8qwtaR

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This is your last week to enjoy the iconic & beloved Monument by Brian McCutcheon on Monument Circle. We commissioned this as a temporary 2 yr installation; due to popular demand, it’s been deployed for 4 yrs. It’s served our community so well. #thepubliccollection

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@aloysiuscc They will be moved. Check out our website, IG & FB for other installation locations. We partner with IndyPL to keep them all stocked with books.

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@C_S_Webbspun @RichardMcCoy Both. It‘s public art that functions as a free book sharing station.

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@indybhoffman @indylibrary It was not designed for the wear and tear of a permanent installation. It was designed as a temporary functional art installation. We’re glad you loved it and we have other new/active locations we hope you enjoy!

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Have you paid a visit to the new @PublicCollect book share installation, The Mind Sails in Martin Luther King Jr. Park? We're so excited to have this local public art and literacy project in the park!

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As some of our original temporary installations are being deinstalled, it’s heartwarming to hear from many of you who’ve grown so attached to them over the years. Thanks for the love. 💞
// Nautilus by Katie Hudnall

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If you’re near @MassAveIndy after dark, stop by @AthenaeumIndy to see Fissure aglow.
Fissure by Owens+Crawley
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Due to our amazing partnerships, we’ve distributed over 91k books into the community. Proud to see Indy reconfirm commitment to literacy, art & equity at a special place such as MLK Memorial Park! Thank you all!

[Mayor Joe Hogsett @IndyMayorJoe]

Today with @PublicCollect’s Rachel Simon, @indylibrary, & @IPS_CFI 2, we celebrated the launch of two new book share stations & the investment of more than 85,000 books in the community. The newest installation was designed & curated by local artist Atsu Kpotufe.

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Thank you @rtv6!

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@IndyMayorJoe @indylibrary @IPS_CFI @KennedyKing1968 @IndyParksandRec @AthenaeumIndy @IndyCouncil So grateful for your support and commitment to literacy, public art, and the next generation!

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Thank you for celebrating with us this morning- @IndyParksandRec, @IndyMayorJoe, City County Council President Vop Osili, @indylibrary @CICFoundation , School for Inquiry, @KennedyKing1968 & artists! So grateful.

[Kennedy King @KennedyKing1968]

Congratulations to @IndyParksandRec @indylibrary @PublicCollect on the The Mind Sails book share in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park! It’s a great representation of social/educational equity - making reading accessible to all & a beautiful design by Atsu Kpotufe.

[Indy Parks🌲 @IndyParksandRec]

We’re proud to support The Public Collection’s commitment to eliminating barriers & creating equal access to books. The Mind Sails is more than a symbol, it is a step towards fulfilling the Kennedy-King legacy. Stop by the park & grab a new read. 📚

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The Mind Sails at Martin Luther King Memorial Park, by Atsu Kpotufe, symbolizes journey. (Read more about the book share installation on our website).