The Fairmount Park Art Association is the nation's first private, nonprofit organization dedicated to integrating public art and urban planning. We commission, interpret, and preserve public art in Philadelphia. We also work to promote the appreciation of public art through programs and advocacy efforts.

Founded in 1872 by concerned citizens who believed that art could play a role in a growing city, the Art Association initially focused on enhancing Philadelphia's Fairmount Park with sculpture. The organization's concerns soon expanded beyond the park to the city as a whole.   More detail...