At the Boston Society of Architects on January 20th 2016, Mark Davy will be paired with provocateur Karin Goodfellow, director of the Boston Art Commission, in a lively conversation about the importance of art within the city, titled ‘Conversations on Architecture: Great Places and Great Art with Mark Davy’. What steps should Boston be taking to ensure its cultural centers and artistic initiatives remain essential in the reimagining of the City of Boston?
Massachusetts is rich in world-class art institutions and has a strong artist presence; however, many of its theaters and public art projects are in threat of demolition or severely reduced funding. If great art makes great cities, how does Boston fare?
Putting art at the center of urban development does not happen accidentally. It is intentional. It is the result of planning, decisions, and choices. Every city can choose to be a great place with great art.
This event is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency supporting the arts, humanities, and sciences. Additional support is provided by The Boston Foundation and The Bruner Foundation, Rudy Bruner Award for Urban Excellence.