First Citizens Sculpture Park
2020
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As part of our mission to enhance the cultural experiences of both downtown New Bern and Craven Country, Craven Arts Council
& Gallery has been involved in public art efforts for over ten years. First Citizens Bank graciously supports this project by allowing us to coordinate the installation of rotating public art in the lot, leased from North Carolina sculptors for one year. |
UNITY
2020-2021
The sculpture entitled “Unity” is a 12’ tall papier-mâché sculpture that was created by
and painted by children in Craven County. The representation of two hands represents
the unity and strength of our community when working together, and draws
from the imagery of the local “Unity” mural on Broad Street.
and painted by children in Craven County. The representation of two hands represents
the unity and strength of our community when working together, and draws
from the imagery of the local “Unity” mural on Broad Street.
PIECE BY PIECE
2021-22
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Peace by Piece is Craven Arts Council & Gallery’s second project in their Art
in Public Places program. Art in Public places is a new initiative to create large-scale community centered public art pieces, made by the community for the community. Peace by Piece volunteers have helped fold 1000 origami cranes to be installed on a former billboard pole in Five Points behind Crema Brew. Peace by Piece will be a long term art installation symbolizing our community working together for harmony and the diversity of our town inspired, by the legend of 1000 cranes popularized by Sadako and the 1000 Cranes. |
Perserverance
2023
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CarolinaEast Health System unveiled and dedicated a specially commissioned brick sculpture to healthcare professionals.
Named “Perseverance”, the artwork is meant to honor the dedication, courage and sacrifice of all those in the healthcare profession, throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Craven Arts Council helped by facilitating the Request for Proposals. |
Greetings From New Bern
2023
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Several volunteers and community members came together to create this vibrant mural "Greetings from New Bern" at the corner of Pollock and Hancock street.
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