Experiments in Public Art Lecture Series: Molly Gambardella
Join the City of Boulder for the Experiments in Public Art Lecture Series, a program designed to spark conversations about artistic expression, public space, and creative process. Several events in the series include hands-on or experiential elements that invite attendees to explore their own creativity.
This installment features Molly Gambardella, a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores environmental issues, especially climate change and sustainability. Her lecture will focus on the use of recycled materials in public art and how artists can engage communities in climate conversations through creative expression.
🗓 Dates:
• Saturday, June 28, 2 to 3 p.m.
• Sunday, June 29, 3 to 4 p.m.
📍 Location: Canyon Theater, Main Boulder Public Library
🎟 Free and open to the public
As part of the event, Molly will install large-scale recycled flowers throughout the library for the weekend, offering an immersive visual experience that complements her talk.
About the Artist
Molly Gambardella is an interdisciplinary artist working at the intersection of environmental advocacy, public engagement, and community-based art. Her practice includes large-scale installations, public sculpture, and participatory projects that explore ecology and climate resilience through vibrant, often recycled, materials.
About the Program
The Experiments in Public Art program transforms the city into a living laboratory, pushing the boundaries of public art. Unlike traditional commissions, this series invites artists and the community to engage in creative risk-taking and discovery.
Presented by the Boulder Office of Arts & Culture (part of the City of Boulder’s Community Vitality Department) in partnership with community collaborators and hosted by the Boulder Public Library.
