Pilot Public Art Project

Visit the newly installed public art outside Regional Headquarters! 

The installation showcases artistic interpretations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility by students from the Fine Arts Program at Durham College. 

Thank you to the students and their instructor Dani Crosby for their contributions to this collaborative project:

Abbi (Instagram: artbyabbim)

Darren Ballie

David Wigley

Emma Davey (Instagram: emyhoneyy)

Emma Maclean (Instagram: emmaainslay.art)

Julia Gow

Keyra Flint

Madeline Hebbes

Makayla Rempel

Payton U. (Instagram: lemonzink)

Shurrell Simon


An image of the art installation on a stone wall. The artwork is comprised of 13 square tiles, each with different coloured frames and a plaque with the project description.


An image of the art installation zoomed in. The artwork is comprised of 13 square tiles, each with different coloured frames.




Public art doesn’t just create beautiful spaces, it connects people in a meaningful way by helping us understand different perspectives and experiences. The Region of Durham is partnering with Durham College to bring more public art to the community through a pilot public art project launching in Winter 2022.

The Votes Are In!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey and for sharing their input on this Pilot Public Art Project.

The 3 top ranked themes were:

  1. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
  2. Diverse cultural experiences/celebrations
  3. Indigenous awareness/education

Results were brought back to our partners at Durham College, to determine a final decision. The theme that was chosen was the top ranked choice: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility!

This theme was chosen as it allows for artist flexibility, exploration, and learning.

We received helpful feedback from the community including new ideas for themes and other considerations for hosting a public art project.

We appreciate the community’s input and will consider this in future planning of similar projects.

Want to stay updated on key project activities? Subscribe to this project on the side menu to be added to the mailing list!

Visit the newly installed public art outside Regional Headquarters! 

The installation showcases artistic interpretations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility by students from the Fine Arts Program at Durham College. 

Thank you to the students and their instructor Dani Crosby for their contributions to this collaborative project:

Abbi (Instagram: artbyabbim)

Darren Ballie

David Wigley

Emma Davey (Instagram: emyhoneyy)

Emma Maclean (Instagram: emmaainslay.art)

Julia Gow

Keyra Flint

Madeline Hebbes

Makayla Rempel

Payton U. (Instagram: lemonzink)

Shurrell Simon


An image of the art installation on a stone wall. The artwork is comprised of 13 square tiles, each with different coloured frames and a plaque with the project description.


An image of the art installation zoomed in. The artwork is comprised of 13 square tiles, each with different coloured frames.




Public art doesn’t just create beautiful spaces, it connects people in a meaningful way by helping us understand different perspectives and experiences. The Region of Durham is partnering with Durham College to bring more public art to the community through a pilot public art project launching in Winter 2022.

The Votes Are In!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey and for sharing their input on this Pilot Public Art Project.

The 3 top ranked themes were:

  1. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
  2. Diverse cultural experiences/celebrations
  3. Indigenous awareness/education

Results were brought back to our partners at Durham College, to determine a final decision. The theme that was chosen was the top ranked choice: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility!

This theme was chosen as it allows for artist flexibility, exploration, and learning.

We received helpful feedback from the community including new ideas for themes and other considerations for hosting a public art project.

We appreciate the community’s input and will consider this in future planning of similar projects.

Want to stay updated on key project activities? Subscribe to this project on the side menu to be added to the mailing list!

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    We want to hear from you!

    Thank you for your input! The survey is now closed. Any updates will be provided on this site. Please contact Linnea.Veloce@durham.ca with any questions.

    Complete the short survey below to vote on your favourite art themes, or submit your own idea. Input from the community will be shared with students from the Durham College Fine Arts program to help inspire their art pieces.