Public Art in Neighborhoods

Long after every romantic line is plucked from the branches, the poem’s title – “Now is Fireworks” – will remain as a reminder to live in the moment, etched in a stainless steel sculpture.

Students from Central Piedmont Community College printed the vinyl lenticular images of Carew’s colorful birds adhered to the metal fence by the water tower.

“Origins,” a gateway artwork at the Reid Neighborhood Park entrance, honors the Reid Park neighborhood’s founding leaders Amay James and Ross Reid.

“Community Spring,” made from three boulders, is inspired by the neighborhood’s spring, street patterns and quilting tradition.

A young child climbs atop “Life,” a public artwork inspired by the okra plants found in the gardens of early Reid Park residents.

The tree tiles reference the early families that farmed the land. Floral imagery references the first Charlotte Garden Club, which originated in Sedgefield.

“Selfie” tiles of animals, faces and object mementos were created at a neighborhood workshop that allowed residents to create clay tiles of imagery meaningful to them.

The 13-foot totem is topped with a stylized pineapple, a welcoming symbol signifying hospitality.

The custom tiles were crafted by local students and neighbors.

"Embrace" is a tribute to this community’s spirit, hard work and generosity, and a symbol of what we can do when we work together.

A stunning corten steel and stainless steel sculpture.