Take a walk with the Downtown Bangor Partnership as we take in current works and consider the many ways that public art can benefit our community.
Bangor is home to hundreds of years of public art located throughout the historic downtown corridor. Bangor has maintained its commitment to outdoor art pieces, and in recent decades modern sculptures and murals have been added annually to the Downtown.
In addition to beautification, public art plays an important role in shaping and conveying a city’s history and identity. Modern works are often designed to educate, inform, and inspire. Some beautification projects combine public art with specific problem-solving benefits, such as traffic calming, sound buffering, or improved lighting. Often people don’t realize the additional benefits of public art projects and how they happen.
Starting at West Market Square, we will work our way through the city, across the Kenduskeag Stream, and beside the Penobscot River before returning to our starting point. The walk will be no more than 2.25 miles. It will mostly be on city sidewalks, and will include hills. We may leave the path to get closer to specific items. Please wear appropriate footwear for a long walk, weather-appropriate gear, and water.
We will meet by the lumber bench in West Market Square to begin the walk. This walk will be betterrrn 1.25- 2.25mi total and includes steep hills. Terrain is largely paved or brick sidewalk. Railroad tracks will be crossed during the walk.