mission

The mission of Public Space One is to nurture the budding artist by providing a dynamic, accessible space for the creation and exhibition of experimental art. By empowering the artist with this resource, they may realize their artistic potential, and infuse into the community both a cultural appreciation and fervent desire for progressive artwork.

values

Primary: Accessibility
Secondary: Foster new, experimental artwork
Tertiary: Connect Iowa City artists to their community

vision

If new artists are planting the seed, Public Space One is providing the soil. What drives our passion for creating Public Space One is envisioning the remarkable moment when an artist breaks through the soil, rises to blossom, and is cherished by individuals of the community who surrender to their scent. For the future, we perceive Public Space One as an organization endeared by the Iowa City community because of its enlightening and entertaining work produced by progressive artists. The performing arts community will revere us as an assuring primary step in taking new artwork for its first test-drive. In turn, the Iowa City community will give back to its artists by generating a stable demand for Public Space One, and granting more artists the opportunity to realize their dreams.