The Fairmount Park Art Association is the nation's first private, nonprofit organization dedicated to integrating public art and urban planning. Founded in 1872, the Art Association commissions, interprets, and preserves public art in Philadelphia. This web site contains information about the history and programs of the Art Association, a map and descriptions of over 100 works of public art in Philadelphia, as well as tips for learning about public art in Philadelphia and other cities.
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New Installation: Common Room for St. Elizabeth's/Project HOME

Public Art Audio Program Planning Begins

Art Association Welcomes Americans for the Arts

The Weather Channel Features Public Art

Artist Tom Otterness for Philadelphia's Aviator Park

Art Association Awarded Heritage Philadelphia Program Grant

Public Art on Video!

Now Underway: Common Ground for Project HOME

Now Underway: Philadelphia's Labor Monument

New Design for Philadelphia's International Sculpture Garden

Jacques Lipchitz, The Spirit of Enterprise (1950-1960)