Contest finalists chosen for central riverfront public art installation in Covington
The Covington Central Riverfront is set to welcome a new chapter, as eight finalists have been selected to create a public art installation for the neighbourhood. The competition, a collaborative effort between The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, The Center for Great Neighborhoods, ArtsWave, and the Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation, aims to select an artwork to anchor the 23-acre site, previously the IRS processing facility.
From September 18 to September 18, during open building hours and an after-hours showing, the finalists' submissions will be showcased at the Hellmann Creative Center. Each presentation will be limited to five minutes, followed by time for audience questions and comments.
The artwork should celebrate Covington's identity and ensure the city's 40,000+ residents feel represented in this new chapter. Proposals for the art installation are encouraged to incorporate artifacts salvaged from the IRS complex, such as metal letters, signs, clocks, guardrails, and even the cornerstone of the IRS complex.
Community input is a key part of the selection process. Visitors will be able to leave comments directly for the artists in on-site comment books. Proposals are also encouraged to highlight the history of the site before the IRS facility opened in 1967 or the larger history of Covington.
The finalists, Haresh Lalvani, Nichole V. Canuso, and Stacy Buchanan, can be viewed on The Carnegie website. The public will have an opportunity to hear directly from the artists on Tuesday, September 30, at The Carnegie.
The new neighbourhood will feature a restored street grid, office space, housing, retail, and public gathering spaces. For more information about the Covington Central Riverfront, visit thecovky.gov.
Shannon Ratterman, executive director of The Center for Great Neighborhoods, stated that this is a unique opportunity for residents to help select a piece of art that could become a city icon. After a winner is selected, installation is expected to take place in spring 2026, weather permitting.
The competition is not just about selecting a piece of art; it's about creating a symbol that represents the city's past, present, and future. It's about engaging the community and ensuring that the art installation becomes a cherished part of Covington's identity. So, mark your calendars for September 30, and come be a part of this exciting journey!
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