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Public Art in Transition

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Public Art in Transition
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Using a case study approach, explore the legal and contractual issues that arise when public art is deaccessioned – removed, relocated, or destroyed. Through real-world examples, this session examines what rights artists have in these situations, what responsibilities commissioners hold, and how to protect artistic intent through contract terms. And examine reversion clauses, ownership considerations, and key provisions in public art agreements, along with federal protections under the Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA).

Includes: Video Captions Audio Transcript Paper

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.75
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 11/30/2026

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1. Public Art in Transition (Oct 2025)

Alissa McCain, Andrea N. Perez, John Yancey

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Session 1 —43 mins 0.75

Public Art in Transition (Oct 2025)

Using a case study approach, explore the legal and contractual issues that arise when public art is deaccessioned – removed, relocated, or destroyed. Through real-world examples, this session examines what rights artists have in these situations, what responsibilities commissioners hold, and how to protect artistic intent through contract terms. And examine reversion clauses, ownership considerations, and key provisions in public art agreements, along with federal protections under the Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA).

Originally presented: Sep 2025 Entertainment Law Institute

Alissa McCain, Texas Accountants and Lawyers for the Arts - Austin, TX
Andrea N. Perez, Carrington, Coleman, Sloman & Blumenthal L.L.P. - Dallas, TX
John Yancey, The University of Texas - Austin, TX