Public art isn’t just about making a space beautiful—it’s about making it meaningful. For Justin Brookhart, AGAR’s Executive Director of Public Art & Placemaking, public art represents the most accessible form of creativity. It breaks down barriers, inviting anyone and everyone to experience moments of wonder, reflection, and connection in the places they move through every day.

From murals that tell a community’s story to immersive installations that transform streets into shared stages, public art has the power to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. It creates destinations, fosters cultural pride, and sparks conversations that ripple far beyond the artwork itself. As Justin reminds us, public art is not just something you look at—it’s something you feel, remember, and carry with you. At AGAR, we believe in its ability to transform not only spaces, but the way we see and experience our cities. Watch the full video below: