Percent for Art Design for Public Comment

The mission of the Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) is to enhance the vitality of the city and the quality of life for all Columbia citizens by creating an environment wherein artists and cultural organizations can thrive, and fostering opportunities for creative expression and the preservation and celebration of the city’s multi-cultural heritage.

City Hall Percent for Art Public Input

Can you suggest one (or more) of Columbia’s defining moments?
Who stands out in Columbia’s history as a significant citizen, leader or an important group?
What events are most unique in Columbia’s history?
What is your favorite place in Columbia or Boone County?

Artist Howard Meehan is looking for input from Columbia citizens about our city’s history. He wants suggestions of both "grand events" and "lesser known tales" that have shaped this community over the years. He’ll take the comments received into consideration, along with the historical research he is conducting, when developing the images to be incorporated into his sculpture for the new City Hall. If you have an answer to any or all of the above-listed questions, please let us know by completing this online comment card. Please note that only one comment card per computer user may be completed.

Meehan’s art is a project of the city’s Percent for Art program, an effort to enhance public spaces and provide access to the arts to all citizens through the placement of site-specific art in city facilities. For more information about Percent for Art, contact the city’s Office of Cultural Affairs by phone, 573-874-7512, or email.