Rural and Community Art Project Grant

GRIMBA defines artistic success for this project as the completion of a permanent sculpture that builds upon recreation themes at Tioga, is inspired by the surrounding landscape, and that enhances the overall experience of Tioga. Furthermore, the sculpture will be a result of meetings between Aaron, GRIMBA, and ICC students. In particular, the ICC students will be heavily involved in design creation, engineering, and problem solving. The sculpture will enrich Tioga's identity as a high-quality recreation destination for mountain bikers from around the region, state, and beyond. The sculpture will contribute to sense of place and inspire existing and visiting populations. In addition, while the sculpture will be a stand-alone art piece, nearby signage will serve to recognize the many foundational donors who helped make the Tioga Recreation area possible. Measurable outcomes include numbers of GRIMBA members participating, ICC students participating, and annual Tioga visitors/users. GRIMBA will oversee the project by engaging with the artist and ICC students to ultimately choose the final design. This process will be documented through meeting notes and design drawings to show that sufficient effort was made to include varied voices, consider the character of Tioga, and expand on existing elements. The artwork will be made of durable, long term materials that will require no maintenance. GRIMBA, along with Cohasset, will review and approve final placement and design. The number of volunteers who participate in the design process and creation of the artwork will be recorded. Additionally, the number of people attending the dedication of the artwork and subsequent related events will be recorded. The artwork will be documented throughout the process of design, construction, and installation. On a long-term basis the project will be judged on feedback from the community and the continued growth of residents and tourists using the Tioga Recreation Area.