The City of Cambridge benefits from a wide range of publicly sited works of art. These make an important contribution to the character and visual qualities of the City. Historically this has been the result of conscious decisions by enlightened public and private commissioners to employ the services of artists in the design of buildings and landscapes. Today, an increasing number of public artworks are being commissioned as part of new developments. These should help to create an attractive and distinctive public realm, further adding to the visual richness of the City. Although some of the public artwork is prominently located and well known, there remain many pieces of art which are not so well known, or where little is known of its origins and/or creators. This Public Art Audit aims to provide information and to raise awareness of the wealth of public art in and around Cambridge. Maps of the City can be viewed by selecting the area you wish to see on the button links in the left hand margin. These maps show the locations of public art, and clicking a numbered 'hotspot' will take you to photographs and descriptions of pieces at that location. This is an on-going project, and the Council encourages everyone to provide further information where they can.

In this way the audit should develop into a comprehensive and up-to-date record to help recognise and celebrate the public art of Cambridge. Please send your comments to:   Urban Design Team   Public Art Audit Comments   Environment and Planning   Cambridge City Council   The Guildhall   Cambridge CB2 3QJ