Grosse Pointe Chamber Unveils Theme for Community Art Project

GROSSE POINTE FARMS, MI — The Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce has announced that the theme of the 2021 community public art project will be "The Heartbeat of Grosse Pointe."

The exhibit will showcase decorated installations of heart sculptures throughout the Pointes, according to a news release. The exhibit theme was inspired by "the spirit of the Grosse Pointes following a challenging year," chamber officials said.

Fox 2 News reporter and co-host of The Nine, Ryan Ermanni, will be the "Heartbeat Celebrity" in 2021.

“Last year was a difficult time for our community and our businesses,” Grosse Pointe Chamber Executive Director Jenny Boettcher said. “In discussing the objective of this year’s project, it was abundantly clear we should be celebrating our community’s heart, which proved resilient, steadfast and strong. This is truly a celebration of our collective community strength, and we are excited to look to the future and share this exciting exhibit.”

Artists interested in applying to design and decorate a heart sculpture have until March 12 to submit their applications to the chamber office. Information on submissions can be found here or by calling (313) 881-4722.

The Heartbeat of Grosse Pointe project benefits the Grosse Pointe Chamber Foundation, which provides funding to programs throughout the Pointes. After the conclusion of the display, the sculptures will be sold at a special auction in the fall.