The Old Schwamb Mill is partnering with ArtsArlington to show examples of diverse public art projects to be installed around Arlington as part of the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. The exhibition will be on view through May 31.

The artworks include 12 commemorative banners on light poles along Mass Ave., painted horses and utility boxes, sculptural pedestals, and a timeline project connecting past and present.

Public Arts Curator Cecily Miller will lead a discussion of the challenges, complexities and rewards of developing public artworks for Arlington 250. She will be joined by ArtsArlington Commissioner Laurie Bogden and participating artists Chris Frost, Nilou Moochhala, and Liz Shepherd.

See ArtsArlington.org for more information about the artists and other public art projects.

DATE: Saturday, May 10thTuesday, May 27th

TIME: 2 – 3:30 PM7 – 8:30 PM

LOCATION: Old Schwamb Mill, 17 Mill Lane, Arlington, MA 02476

This program is offered by the Old Schwamb Mill and ArtsArlington as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!