Arts for All
Arts for All is a public art initiative created in partnership with Howard County Executive Calvin Ball and the Howard County Arts Council that will enhance the county’s cultural landscape by commissioning permanent public art installations at county facilities and spaces.
Arts for All is a partnership between Howard County, Maryland, and the Howard County Arts Council. Announced in the spring of 2024, Arts for All will commission permanent, iconic public art installations that will be strategically placed at county facilities and community spaces. Arts for All underscores the role of public art in placemaking, providing spaces for inspiration, reflection, and interaction.
In his FY2025 Operating Budget, County Executive Calvin Ball dedicated $1.5 million to fund up to four public art installations over the next several years. This funding represents a strong commitment to integrating art into public spaces in a meaningful and lasting way.
Arts for All in Elkridge
In his FY2025 Capital Budget, County Executive Calvin Ball announced several impactful investments in the Elkridge community including the creation of a new Elkridge Community and 50+ Center. The proposed 67,000 square-foot facility will feature a gym, a pool, and spaces for older adults. As part of the $25 million budget for the community center, County Executive Ball designated $500,000 to commission a permanent public art installation at the new center through Arts for All.
Public Art in Elkridge: We Want Your Input
The Elkridge community is unique and has a story to tell — public art can tell that story by creating spaces that are inspiring, have an identity, and reflect Elkridge’s history, aspirations, and values.
Do you live or work in Elkridge? Tell us your story and what kind of art you want to see at the new Community and 50+ Center!
Steering Committee
Arts for All is being led by MIG, Inc., a nationally recognized public art and creative placemaking firm. Each selected site will have its own steering committee made up of community members and project managers.
Elkridge Steering Committee Members