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Pilot Program Brings Art To Roundabouts In South Bend

Photo provided by the University of Notre Dame

Six sculptures by University of Notre Dame professor, Rev. Austin Collins, have been installed in roundabouts in South Bend. 

The university says it's a pilot public art program to add color and vibrancy to the city. 

The sculptures are along Michigan Street at Bartlett and Marion streets on the north side and at Chippewa Avenue on the south side.

According to the university, the sculptures were installed by the city with support from the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. 

If this pilot program is a success, the city hopes to launch a permanent, rotating exhibit of public sculptures in roundabouts as a way to spark conversation about public art. 

Father Collins was chosen by the City of South Bend for the project based on his experience with large, outdoor sculptures.