Creative Pinellas - Pinellas County Public Artists Gallery

This contract is for the creation of an art gallery at the St. Pete Clearwater International Airport to showcase works by local artists. The gallery will be managed and curated by Creative Pinellas, Inc, a local arts agency. The contract includes the establishment of public art maintenance, preservation, and repairs of the County Public art collection at the airport. The expected benefits of this contract include enhanced passenger satisfaction and dwell time, positive publicity as a supporter of the arts and local culture, increased visibility and sales opportunities for local artists, and a more enriching and memorable travel experience for visitors. The key features of this project include: • Gallery design and location to bring to life underutilized areas within the airport • Curation to feature themes that reflect the region’s culture, history, trends, and landscapes • Revenue opportunities through the sale of artwork and branded merchandise • Community engagement through performance or live demonstrations by local artists, interactive maps, and guided tours • Public art maintenance to conduct an annual assessment of public art care needs and implement preventive or repair measures