Public art opens doors to creativity in Newton
By Allison Pirog Boston University journalist,Updated February 25, 2021, 4:00 p.m.
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A door featured in The Umbrella Arts Centerâs âGo Out Doorsâ campaign.PHOTO BY RON MANN
Finding inspiration for Newton Community Prideâs latest public art initiative was as simple as riding a bike.
Organizers discovered painted, recycled doors in the grass and woods along bike trails in West Concord, Lexington and Arlington. The Umbrella Arts Center had installed the doors as part of their âGo Out Doorsâ campaign.
Newton Community Pride Board Chair Gloria Gavris said they decided to launch a similar project in Newton to bring art into the community and increase foot traffic in business areas.