2021年4月
“在日常冲突和危机风暴的背后，在剧烈对抗和喧嚣政治争斗的背后，是诗人、艺术家和音乐家数世纪以来从未停歇的默默努力，他们在人民间架起体验之桥，展现世间共通的情感、欲望和绝望，提醒世人，团结比分裂拥有更强大的力量。”—— 美国总统约翰·肯尼迪
美国驻华大使馆自豪地宣布启动“艺术为人民”公共艺术展，展出来自美国的街头艺术。“艺术为人民”是首次对美国驻华大使馆建筑外墙进行装饰的展览。这次展览凸显表达自由的普世价值，以及我们对直接与中国公众进行交往的持续承诺。
安东尼·布林肯（Antony Blinken）国务卿表示:“我们想要一种为直接、坦诚并且强健有力的公众交往提供空间的美中关系。‘艺术为人民’代表着美国社会的多样性，也体现了我们对与中国人民进行真正交流的深切承诺。”
美国城市拥有数不胜数的街头艺术范例，既有委托创作的作品，也有自发创作的作品。它们都同属一个丰富的公共艺术传统，这一传统证明艺术不仅仅属于私人博物馆或画廊。艺术为人民享有，由人民创作，它从最根本上代表着公众的表达。
街头艺术的目标并不总是为了美；有时艺术是为了激发人们的思考或唤起公众的反应。有时艺术作品受欢迎，有时有争议。重点是提高人们对影响社区的重要问题的意识，比如移民、警务改革或吸毒成瘾等。
在展示23个街头艺术代表作时，我们不为任何特定信息背书。展出的艺术家和他们的作品包括移民和前往美国的访客的声音，代表全国各地社群广泛的政治见解和社会评论。我们很自豪能为美国艺术和文化的这一充满活力的重要部分创造一个窗口。
傅德恩（Robert W. Forden）临时代办表示“‘艺术为人民’弘扬表达自由。我们相信，在公共辩论的嘈杂声中，美国社会将变得更强大、更有活力。”
户外展出计划将持续六个月，还将在使馆的微博和微信账号上在线分享。
关于“艺术为人民”公共艺术展的更多信息，请访问：https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/zh/art-for-the-people-zh/

April 2021
“Behind the storm of daily conflict and crisis, the dramatic confrontations, the tumult of political struggle, the poet, the artist, the musician, continues the quiet work of centuries, building bridges of experience between peoples, reminding man of the universality of his feelings and desires and despairs, and reminding him that the forces that unite are deeper than those that divide.” -U.S. President John F. Kennedy 
The U.S. Embassy in Beijing proudly announces the launch of Art for the People, a public art exhibit showcasing street art from the United States.  The Art for the People exhibition is the first of its kind to decorate the exterior walls of the Embassy compound.  This effort highlights the universal value of freedom of expression, as well as our ongoing commitment to direct engagement with the Chinese public.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken: “We want a U.S.-China relationship that includes space for direct, honest, and robust public engagement.  Art for the People represents the diversity of American society. It also embodies our deep commitment to genuine exchange with the Chinese people.”
American cities are home to countless examples of street art–some commissioned and some created organically.  All are part of a rich tradition of public art that proves art does not belong only in private museums or galleries.  Art is for the people, by the people, and represents public expression at its most fundamental.
The goal of street art is not always beauty; sometimes the art seeks to inspire reflection or spark public reaction.  Sometimes it is popular, sometimes it is controversial.  The point is to raise awareness of important issues that affect communities, such as immigration, police reform, or drug addiction.
In showcasing 23 examples of street art we do not endorse any particular message.  The artists and works on display include the voices of immigrants and visitors to the United States and represent a range of political views and social commentary from communities across the country.  We are proud to create a window into this vibrant and critical part of American arts and culture.
Chargé d’Affaires Robert Forden: “Art for the People celebrates freedom of expression.  We believe that out of the cacophony of public debate American society emerges stronger and more dynamic.”
The outdoor exhibit is scheduled to remain on display for six months and will also be shared virtually on the Embassy’s Weibo and WeChat accounts.
For more information about the “Art for the People” public exhibit, please visit: https://china.usembassy-china.org.cn/art-for-the-people/