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Why Broad Ripple is Betting Big on Public Art | Jason Myers and Tag Birge, Broad Ripple Art

Episode 170 Published 1 year, 2 months ago
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On today's show I sat down with Jason Myers, a world-renowned multidisciplinary artist, and Tag Birge, a local business leader and philanthropist.

Our conversation revolves around the resurgence of art and culture in Broad Ripple – a neighborhood located at 62nd Street between College Avenue and Keystone Avenue in Indianapolis – focusing on Myers' new sculpture, Gavin-Divergence.

We discuss the significance of art in community and economic development, the role of public-private partnerships and collaboration needed to bring public art to life, and future projects aimed at revitalizing Broad Ripple.

You are going to learn about:
- The Revitalization of Art and Culture in Broad Ripple
- The Significance of Art in Community Development
- Broad Ripple's Newest Sculpture Gavin-Divergence and Future Projects

Thank you to our partners:
JC Hart
Keller & Keller

Check out these great clips from the show:
01:21 Meet the Guests: Jason Myers and Tag Birge
02:11 The Gavin-Divergence Installation
07:41 The Role of Art in Community Development
10:27 Art Basel and Wynwood: Transforming Miami
16:50 The Journey of Gavin-Divergence
25:20 Public-Private Partnerships in Art
34:17 Art Placement Ideas in Broad Ripple
36:28 Public and Private Partnerships for Art
45:39 Broad Ripple Weekend Activities
48:26 Hidden Gems and Future Visions

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