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art for a long time, nor will they notice intricate details. Unlike a downtown piece that can be looked at and explored by a pedestrian, public art at gateways will likely have to make an immediate and strong impression. Art and materials may need to scale up or down to meet the individual location's needs. Coordination with the city's wayfinding plan will also be important for art in these locations. City Hall As the official seat of the city's government, an element of professionalism must be considered with regards to public art that is located at City Hall. The amount of space available also narrows the types of artistic interpretation appropriate for this location. Art in City Hall will likely be visual in nature and should be refined to reflect upon the city as an institution. It should be of a size that it can be located in City Hall without impeding movement or day to day operations. The level of detail should allow the viewer to stop and consider both the message and the craftsmanship of the piece. Community Parks Community parks serve as the gathering place for the city. They are often a destination and attract people from all over Elk River and surrounding communities, thus public art in community parks reflects upon the entire community. Community parks have often been developed due to the unique features, uses, history, and landscape of the place. These stories and characteristics can offer artists inspiration when creating art for these locations. Public art in community parks should build on the character of the individual park in which it is located. As community hubs these parks require art that will engage an audience from across the city. Art should interpret, be inspired by, or otherwise relate to the context and unique characteristics of the park. Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood parks are the public spaces that define the "finer grain" neighborhoods of Elk River. People claim their neighborhood parks in ways they do not or could not with community or regional parks. These parks are where people develop their personal stories and experiences. Public art in neighborhood parks should be an opportunity for the neighborhood to put their unique stamp on the facility. Opportunities could include school projects, mobile art making events, murals, or impromptu performances. Trail Corridors The Great Northern Trail is the outdoor recreation spine of the community. Visitors and residents alike come to ride or hike the trail. Other trail corridors connect neighborhoods, natural areas, and parks. Many users are walking or bicycling, which means they may not stop for long and pass by areas relatively quickly. Numerous opportunities exist for art to be incorporated into the wayfinding, infrastructure, and facilities along the trail. Because trails often connect natural areas and community destinations, they could be enhanced by interpretation or telling the stories of these important community locations. Trails and art can create a unique linear set of experiences that captivate viewers by giving them themes and stories to consider with each new encounter. Appendix: Elk River Public Arts 92