Public art
Public art in Newcastle plays a vital role in the celebration and interpretation of our city’s character and the people who live here.
Newcastle’s Public Art Program is one of the most dynamic programs of city enhancement through art in regional Australia. Newcastle Region Art Gallery coordinates the program in consultation and collaboration with the Public Art Advisory Committee.
Newcastle City Council’s Public Art and Placemaking Policy was revised in 2002 and includes principles that provide for an ongoing commitment to public art in Newcastle.
Public Art and Placemaking Policy 89.6 kb
NCC Public Art Guidelines for Implementation
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee provides Council with expert Newcastle based vision and advice on the Public Art Program to strengthen and increase the professional practice of the arts in the public life of Newcastle.
The Committee is made up of twelve representatives who operate in an advisory capacity. The committee is comprised of local Councillors, community representatives, practising artists and relevant Council officers across the disciplines of architecture, engineering and cultural development.
Public Art Advisory Committee Constitution
Public art in Newcastle
A comprehensive listing of Public Art in Newcastle is currently in development – watch this space
Current and recent projects
City West Public Art Project: Foundation Seed, John Turier
Wallsend District Library Public Art Program
Wallsend Brickworks Park
Linwood Play Sculpture
Stockton Swim Centre Mural
Korowa – Waves of the Sea
