More than 30 public art projects across the state funded by the Indiana Destination Development Corporation's (IDDC) IN Indiana Public Art and Placemaking Grants were recently completed by local organizations.

"These projects help showcase Indiana's diversity, charm and character," said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana's Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. "Incorporating traditions, values and the unique wonders within each corner of the Hoosier state pays profound homage to Indiana's rich history and brings it to life in the form of a work of art."

The IDDC Public Art Activation Grant funds Indiana-specific public artwork throughout the state of Indiana. Public artwork created in partnership with artists features the IN Indiana campaign. The non-matching grant funded public art projects up to $10,000.

The IN Indiana Placemaking Activation Grant gives communities the unique opportunity to create IN Indiana artwork and signage in highly-visible locations throughout the state. This is a matching grant of up to $25,000 to fund signage and placemaking efforts.

In 2024, IDDC has allocated funds for the IN Indiana Placemaking Activation Grant and the Indiana Destination Development Grant, with applications due on Feb. 2, 2024. Learn more at VisitIndiana.com/Grants.

Among the organizations that have completed public art projects funded by IDDC:

• Owen County Community Foundation, Inc. located at 114 E Franklin St. in Spencer - Artist: Israel Hogan;

"Seeing these wonderful projects completed is such a joy," said Elaine Bedel, IDDC Secretary and CEO. "Each organization, location and community we collaborated with has a unique story to tell, and what better way to tell that story than by bringing it to life for visitors and residents to experience as a work of art."

Projects were selected based on location and visibility to Indiana residents and visitors, with preference given to locations in high-view areas and places that create potential photo opportunities.