CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday announced a $15,000 grant to GoRockford, to fund an art project that will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this year.
In total, the Illinois Arts Council awarded more than $325,000 to 22 public art projects throughout the state. The grants are part of a broader effort by the Illinois America 250 Commission to celebrate the nation’s founding.
“Illinois is proud to support new public art projects in communities across the state as we celebrate our unique place in the story of America,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Thanks to these IAC grants, we’re helping Illinois’ talented creatives bring vibrance to our public spaces, celebrate our local history, and energize our cultural communities.”…