Community Development Through The Power Of Art
At PGAHC, we believe that creativity belongs in the heart of every community.
Through Creative Placemaking and Placekeeping, we activate public spaces with art, culture, and storytellingβtransforming familiar places into vibrant hubs of connection and pride. Whether itβs a neighborhood mural, a cultural festival, or a performance on a city street, these experiences do more than beautifyβthey build identity, celebrate history, and bring people together.
Creative Placemaking Events In Prince Georgeβs County
Upcoming
Experience the creativity, culture, and connection that make our County unique. Join us at our creative placemaking events and be part of the moments that shape the spirit of our communities.
Previous
Take a look back at some of our past creative placemaking events to see where weβve been, the communities weβve touched, and how far our journey has come.
Experience the Spirit of Seat Pleasant
The 2024 Imagine Seat Pleasant event brought the power of creative placemaking to lifeβtransforming City Hall into a vibrant space for artistic expression, community connection, and cultural celebration.
From hands-on activities to local performances, the day reflected what creative placemaking is all about: honoring community identity through art, storytelling, and shared experience. Watch the recap video and see how Seat Pleasant imaginedβand createdβa more connected, inspired future.
Activating Art in Public Spaces
Turning Familiar Spaces Into Cultural Landmarks
From sidewalks to shopping centers, we activate public spaces with meaningful, site-specific art. These installations reflect community stories, energize local gathering places, and redefine what it means to feel at home in your neighborhood.
School Projects
Cultivating Creativity Where Futures Are Formed
We partner with schools to bring art into everyday learning environmentsβsparking imagination, pride, and a sense of ownership among students. These projects nurture young artists and remind every child that their story belongs in the world around them.
Art In Transit - Transit Oriented Projects
Bringing Beauty to the Journey
Through our collaboration with WMATAβs Art in Transit program, we transform bus shelters and transit hubs into expressions of local culture and creativity. These installations turn everyday commutes into moments of inspirationβmaking art part of the ride.
Environmental Public Art Projects
These projects use creativity to bring awareness to environmental themesβbeautifying shared green spaces, encouraging sustainability, and connecting residents to the land they live on. Itβs art that speaks to both place and planet.
Where Art Meets Nature and Neighborhood
Creative Placemaking In
THE BLUE LINE CORRIDOR
Creative Placemaking in Action: Transforming the Blue Line Corridor
The Blue Line Corridor represents County Executive Angela Alsobrooksβ vision to create the next big destination for the County and region β a dense, multimodal, amenity-rich sports and entertainment destination.
The Blue Line Corridor will become a major economic engine of the County by catalyzing development including new affordable housing, creating jobs, and incentivizing the development of a sports and entertainment-branded corridor. The vision is not just about the Blue Line Corridor β it is an opportunity to craft a replicable model for place-based economic development throughout the County.
PGAHCβs Role in the Blue Line Corridor
Lead Agency for Cultural Projects:
PGAHC is a lead agency for two major cultural anchors of the Blue Line Corridorβ the Civic Plaza (breaking ground in 2025) and the Central Library Cultural Center, now in planning with Lord Cultural Resources.Driving Arts-Led Revitalization:
Through the Art of Place initiative, PGAHC is guiding the integration of public art, storytelling, and placemaking strategies that ensure the Blue Line Corridor grows with cultural authenticity at its core.Investing in Economic and Community Growth:
Public art installations, artist commissions, and creative programming will drive tourism, local business support, real estate value appreciation, and job creation throughout the Corridor.Celebrating Community Identity:
Every mural, sculpture, and activation along the Blue Line Corridor is designed to honor local history, reflect community voices, and create spaces where residents feel seen, valued, and connected.Building a Model for the Nation:
By embedding arts and culture into major infrastructure investments, PGAHCβs leadership is setting a national example for how creative placemaking can foster sustainable economic development and preserve community heritage.
Renderings Courtesy of Strengthening Prince Georgeβs County
FAQs
What projects are coming to the Blue Line Corridor?
The Blue Line Corridor is a long-term investment in the future of Prince Georgeβs County, starting with high-impact projects that focus on infrastructure, placemaking, and cultural development. More than $466 million will support a range of visible and transformational initiatives, including:
A 7,500β10,000 seat amphitheater
A new Downtown Library & Cultural Center
A vibrant Market Hall
A Civic Plaza at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building
A Youth Sports Fieldhouse
Complete Streets improvements along Arena Drive, Morgan Boulevard, and Central Avenue
Gateway signage at Southern Avenue and Central Avenue
New public streets at Largo and Morgan Boulevard
Corridor-wide public art installations
A Downtown Largo Shared Parking Study
Micromobility services at Largo and Morgan Metro stations
Pedestrian safety improvements across the corridor
Phase 1 of the Central Avenue Connector Trail
These investments build upon the ongoing revitalization of Largo as a County civic hub, making it a fresh sports and entertainment destination. The investments are also supported by earlier projects from the University of Maryland and private development partners along the Blue Line Corridor.
What makes the Blue Line Corridor a sports and entertainment destination?
The growth of the Blue Line Corridor as a premier sports and entertainment destination builds on a strong foundation of existing and upcoming assets, including:
The Washington Commanders stadium
Wayne K. Curry Sports & Learning Complex
Junior Tennis Champions Center
Prince Georgeβs Equestrian Center
Liberty Sports Park
The future Maryland Sports & Entertainment Innovation Center, offering unique opportunities in the sports and entertainment industries
A wide network of parks and recreational facilities operated by M-NCPPC across the County
These facilities position the Blue Line Corridor as a hub for sports, recreation, and entertainment on a regional and national scale.
What is Creative Placemaking in the Blue Line Corridor?
Creative placemaking in the Blue Line Corridor uses arts, culture, and community-driven design to transform public spaces into vibrant, welcoming destinations that reflect the identity of Prince Georgeβs County.
At its core, creative placemaking enhances a neighborhoodβs quality of life by blending artistic expression with intentional community developmentβalways guided by the voices and visions of the people who live, work, and play there.
Projects can take many forms, from temporary art installations and live performances to permanent spaces that invite connection, storytelling, and celebration of local culture.
Who benefits from Creative Placemaking projects?
Creative placemaking benefits the entire community. Residents enjoy more vibrant and meaningful public spaces; artists gain opportunities to share their work and shape the look and feel of their neighborhoods; and local businesses, visitors, and civic life all thrive when public spaces are alive with creativity and culture.
By centering community voices and cultural identity, creative placemaking ensures that growth feels authentic, inclusive, and lasting.
How can artists get involved in Creative Placemaking projects?
There are several ways for artists to take part in creative placemaking efforts across Prince Georgeβs County, including the Blue Line Corridor. PGAHC offers opportunities through public calls for artists, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and by inviting artists to join our Public Artist Registry.
Whether you specialize in visual arts, performance, storytelling, or community-based projects, there are opportunities to collaborate, create, and contribute to the cultural identity of our growing spaces. Artists can stay connected by following us on Instagram, checking our latest announcements, subscribing to our email list, or signing up for the Public Artist Registry to be considered for upcoming projects.
Want to learn more or get involved?
If you would like to discuss any development opportunities, or have questions, please contact the County Executive Office at countyexecutive@co.pg.md.us.