City to manage public art with Nassau arts council

Richard Restiano heads Nassau Council of Arts and Culture and asked the organization be included in the city’s Art in Public Places program. “Public art has provided the economy growth and sustainability,” Restiano said. “It’s an entrance to cultural identity. It supports artists and validates them. It helps to understand other cultures and opens their perspective to other people. It provides a health lift and sense of belonging. Public art is important.” Submitted