Public Art

Public Art: A Free Open-Source Platform for Interactive Maps and Walking Tours

Discover and explore public artworks and architecture in your community with Public Art, a free open-source platform designed for artists and cultural institutions.

What is Public Art?

Public Art is a free, open-source web platform that makes it easy for artists, cultural institutions, and communities to create beautiful, interactive maps and self-guided walking tours showcasing public art, architecture, and culture. Developed by a nonprofit arts technology company, Public Art allows users to discover and learn about artworks and cultural sites right in their neighborhoods.

Key features of Public Art include:

• Interactive maps with location pins and image galleries for each artwork or site
• Self-guided walking and biking tours with audio, images, and descriptions for each stop
• Responsive design that works seamlessly on all devices - phone, tablet, laptop, desktop
• Social media integration for sharing tours
• Ability for visitors to favorite works and leave comments
• Powerful content management system for editors to easily make updates
• Accessibility and multilingual support

As a free, open-source platform, Public Art makes it possible for any artist or small organization worldwide to have a presence online and build community around their public artworks. The simple CMS empowers users to showcase their culture while connecting residents and visitors with art on city streets.

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