Can Artists Change Government From the Inside Out?

Government isn’t known for bold creativity, but what if it were? Across the U.S., artists are stepping into public agencies, not just to decorate, but to rethink how government engages with people. In the Twin Cities, artist-in-residence Amanda Lovelee helped shape a vision for 2050—one where transportation, housing, and public spaces are reimagined through art. From flag-making workshops to Hmong folklore on a city bus, these projects aren’t just visuals; they challenge how policy is written, how government communicates, and who gets a voice in shaping the future.

For more on the often little investments that seem to make local leaders and their places look good, check out this article from Next City.

Maylin Tu

Next City

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