The commission that oversees the Metro Arts department says it’s trying to improve the department’s work environment, after former and current staffers of color filed HR complaints alleging inequity and tokenism.
Metro Arts Commission grapples with allegations of inequity and tokenism from staffers
“It’s clear from the fact finder reports and the public comment that we’ve harmed people,” said Metro Arts Commissioner Ellen Angelico. “And we may not have violated any rules, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t do something wrong.”
Nashville Arts Commission Wants More Money To Help Creators Recover From Pandemic
As the city approaches its annual budget talks, the city’s leading arts funding agency is asking for more than their usual allotment.
New Nashville Park Will Be Home To ‘Community Canvas’ And Public Art
The Metro Nashville Arts Commission is bringing more public art work to the city’s green spaces at the newly established Kossie Gardner Sr. Park on 16th Avenue and Jefferson Street.
Civil Rights Art Project Seeks Local Voices
The Metro Arts Commission is hoping for a strong turnout this week at a workshop about Nashville’s Civil Rights history. The next piece of public art is meant to honor the lunch counter sit ins of the 60s, and officials say public input is a key piece of getting it right.
Effort to Include Public Art on Maps Coincides With Milestone
The agency behind Nashville’s public art projects hope its fanciful bike racks and statues will soon be marked on Google Maps. Next month, the Metro Arts Commission will ask city leaders for approval to participate in the nationwide effort to include works of art on the online app.
Metro Arts Commission Issues National Request for Artists
The call has gone out for artists interested in creating a Civil Rights themed piece of public art for downtown Nashville. The competition will be a national one.
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