GIFTS FOR THE CITY
Gifts for the City is a visionary curatorial initiative by Art Sandy Springs (ArtSS) dedicated to enriching the public spaces of Sandy Springs with meaningful and thought-provoking artwork. This program connects curators, residents, and art patrons who share a passion for enhancing the city’s cultural landscape by placing exceptional works of art in public buildings.
Through Gifts for the City, ArtSS collaborates with donors to bring relevant and diverse pieces into civic spaces, ensuring that the artwork reflects the spirit and identity of the community. Each donation is carefully selected to inspire, engage, and spark meaningful conversations about art, history, and culture.
By fostering partnerships between artists, collectors, and the city, this initiative transforms public buildings into dynamic cultural spaces where art is not only seen but experienced. Whether it’s a striking painting, a compelling sculpture, or a multimedia installation, every piece serves as a lasting gift to the people of Sandy Springs.
If you are an art patron or collector interested in making a lasting impact, we invite you to be part of this initiative. Contact us to learn more about how you can contribute to the artistic legacy of Sandy Springs.
CAPRICE
Artist: Charles Pilkey
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at the City Green
SINGLE RIDER
Artist: Jim Collins
Gift donated by the Sandy Springs Conservancy
Visit this sculpture at the Springway Trail in mid-2025.
MOON MAN MOVES
Artist: Gwendolyn Kerney
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at Hammond Park
SKYLARK
Artist: Phil Proctor
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at the Sandy Springs Library
LOW-POLY OPEN HEART
Artist: Matthew Duffy
Gift donated by friends of Ruth Hackner in her memory
Visit this sculpture in the park at Heritage Sandy Springs
SPOOKY TOOTH
Artist: Andrew Crawford
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at the Sandy Springs Library
TUMBLE
Artist: David Landis
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at the Sandy Springs Library
TURTLE TOTEM
Artist: Elder Jones
Gift donated by Art Sandy Springs
Visit this sculpture at the Sandy Springs Library
SANDY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL PANTHER
Artist: Barry Henderson
Gift donated by the Sandy Springs High School Class of 1964
Visit this sculpture in the park at Heritage Sandy Springs
SOLSTICE
Artist: David Landis
Given by The Cornerstone Donors
Visit this sculpture at City Springs
MARSH CREEK POND GATE MEDALLION
Artist: Andrew Crawford
Gift donated by the Riverside West Garden Club
Visit this sculpture at the Marsh Creek Rain Garden
CORNERSTONE BENCH
Artist: Mark Baker
Gift donated by the Leadership Sandy Springs Class of 2020 in honor of Jan Paul and Catherine Lautenbacher
Visit this artful bench in the park at Heritage Sandy Springs
SPIDER WALK
Artist: Phil Proctor
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
THE BIG IMAGINE
Artist: Jeff Hackney
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
WONDER WALL
Artist: Reham Aarti
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
DRAGONFLY
Artists: Alexis Gregg & Tanner Coleman
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
TWIST & SHOUT
Artist: Beth Nybeck
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
IT'S YOU & ME, KID
Artist: Frank Swanson
Given by a partnership of Art Sandy Springs and the Sandy Springs Conservancy with a grant from Northside Hospital.
Visit this sculpture at the Playable Art Park
NANCY'S BENCH
Artist: Mark Baker
Gift donated by Colman Goodrich in memory of his wife, Nancy Jackson Goodrich
Visit this bench in the park at Heritage Sandy Springs
