The Town of Orangeville’s public art collection is expanding with the unveiling of two more transformed utility boxes featuring colourful, bold artwork created by local artists.
“There is a clear theme with this year’s public art selections. Both capture a bright and warm feeling of both the community we live in and the incredible natural areas we get to enjoy around us,” said Councillor Joe Andrews, Chair, Orangeville Economic Development and Culture Committee. “We are fortunate to have such an incredible collection of work that celebrates our local artists and enhances many areas of our town.”
The two pieces are part of the Town’s Utility Box Art Display program, which launched in 2016 to celebrate the Town’s culture and history and to recognize and promote local artists.
An online listing of all public art pieces, including the new installations, can be found at orangeville.ca/digital-guide.
Residents and visitors are invited to explore the tree sculptures, murals, and monuments that contribute to Orangeville’s public art collection.
The Utility Box Art Display Program provides local artists with the opportunity to submit unique artwork for installation on selected Town utility boxes using a custom vinyl wrap process.
Successful artists receive a fee of $750 for their designs.
Artists residing in Dufferin County are invited to apply.
Watch for a Call for Artists in spring 2025.