Describes the Henry Lang Sculpture Fund, and the Trust's planned activities 1999 - 2002 Highlights Henry Lang and his achievements, and Indicates how citizens, business houses and corporations may support the acquisition of high quality outdoor sculpture in Wellington, in partnership with Wellington City Council and Creative New Zealand. Wellngton Sculpture Trust gratefully acknowledges Scollay Holdings as sponsor of this web site. Too many cities cater only to the material needs of their citizens. The completion of the first project by the Wellington Sculpture Trust shows that the visual and aesthetic aspects of Wellington are also being remembered. They challenge us to see the familiar in new and exciting ways.
Public art invites interaction and response.
It performs the vital task of enriching our lives, and is a measure of a city's artistic and civic maturity. There can be few finer public advertisements for ourselves - of what we think, believe and value. Major cities around the world have for centuries commissioned works of art and created spaces where sculptures can be seen and enjoyed. They are a source of pleasure and pride for residents, and an important attraction for visitors. Surrounded by harbour and hills, Wellington is the political and arts capital of New Zealand.