The Village of Cottage Grove lies 20 minutes east of Madison, Wisconsin. The village, home to almost 8,500 residents, features several parks, businesses, and schools. The creation and importance of public art in these spaces are paramount to the types of civic pride that can help create a sense of community. In a 2023 survey by Dane County regarding public art, 81% of those surveyed agreed with the statement, “This venue or facility is an important pillar for me within my community.” By working closely with the Cottage Grove local government, employing historical data about the area, drawing on outside research about the nature and process of public art, and spending time in the community visiting the potential sites, our team seeks to make a recommendation to the Village of Cottage Grove detailing potential sites for the installation of public area. Our review of areas for public investment is based on criteria derived through our analysis of primary and secondary data. Area recommendations will not cover the specificities of the art in the space. Instead, our recommendations seek to create a catalog that defines areas of interest for future public art investment.
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