ELEVATE THE EAST is a community process to guide public art investments in Cleveland’s Eastside neighborhoods, including Buckeye, Kinsman, and Woodland Hills. The yearlong planning process included community-wide input through public events, online surveys, youth workshops, and interactive experiences. Led by Ward 6 Councilman Blaine Griffin and Burten, Bell, Carr, the public art plan is one component in a larger transformation strategy to benefit all people living in the area.

The result of Elevate The East’s process is this plan.

 
 

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Elevate the East is a community-led public art planning process for neighborhoods on Cleveland's Eastside. This public art plan prioritizes funding for meaningful art projects that improve buildings and streets, reflecting the culture and vibrancy of the community. Public art is one component in a larger transformation strategy to benefit all people living in the area.

 

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