Share your ideas for the Mercer Island Medallions public art project!
The City hired local artist Marsha Rollinger to create new public art for the Luther Burbank Park waterfront plaza. Help us make a SPLASH by sharing your ideas for Mercer Island Medallions, a set of 12 individual bronze pieces that will be inlaid in the new plaza pavement. Keep reading to learn more about how to share your ideas here on Let's Talk and at community events this summer.
What input does the artist seek?
Throughout summer 2023, Rollinger will gather community input to develop unique icons and phrases that represent different themes connected to Luther Burbank Park, Lake Washington, and the Mercer Island community. Themes include:
- Local indigenous peoples' history
- Human powered boat construction as an artform
- Nautical themes
- Local/regional geography and natural history
- Mercer Island heritage/history at the site
The resulting works of art will not only include interesting designs but will also highlight and educate viewers about Mercer Island's and the lake region's natural and cultural history.
How do I share my ideas?
Provide your ideas for medallion designs at a community event or here on Let’s Talk!
Community Events: Rollinger and staff will participate in the following events to promote the project and collect feedback.
- June 25, 10am-3pm – Mercer Island Farmers Market
- July 15, 11am-4:30pm – Summer Celebration
- August 10, 6:30-8:30pm – Mostly Music in the Park
Let’s Talk: Post photos, stories, poems, links, and more through the Share Your Ideas tool at https://www.mercerisland.gov/medallions.
How will my ideas be used?
The artist will use community input to develop designs for 12 unique bronze medallions that will be inlaid in the pavement at the renovated waterfront plaza. Stay tuned to Let's Talk for updates on sponsorship opportunities, fabrication details, and more as this public art project progresses.
