ART COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NY

NEW YORK, NY

The Art Commission of the City of New York is a government agency responsible for reviewing and approving public art and architecture projects in New York City. Established in 1898, it is one of the oldest public art commissions in the United States.

The commission consists of eleven members appointed by the Mayor, including artists, architects, and community leaders. They review proposals for public art and architecture projects, ensuring that they are appropriate for their location and meet the city's standards for design quality, safety, and accessibility.

The Art Commission has reviewed and approved thousands of public art projects over the years, including sculptures, murals, and installations. They have also reviewed major architectural projects such as the redesign of Times Square and the reconstruction of the World Trade Center site.

In addition to their role in reviewing public art and architecture projects, the Art Commission also maintains a collection of over 1,500 works of art that are displayed in public buildings throughout the city.

Overall, the Art Commission of the City of New York plays a critical role in ensuring that public art and architecture in the city are of the highest quality and contribute to the cultural vibrancy of New York.

ART COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW YORK NY. US MID #8403600432

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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ART COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NY
THIRD FLOOR, CITY HALL
NEW YORK
NY
10007

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