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Maryland's Purple Line features an Art-in-Transit Program, designed to incorporate public art into the transit project, enhancing the visual appeal and overall aesthetic of the stations and their surroundings. This initiative will showcase artwork across various elements, including stations, bridges, and other key structures enriching the commuter experience.

"Ascension" is the latest Art-in-Transit installation at the Riverdale Park North UMD Purple Line station, created by artists David Franklin and Aaron Whelton.

Artists for the program were selected through a multi-stage process focused on ensuring professional, high-quality art projects. Over 700 artists submitted their qualifications, and the Purple Line Art-In-Transit Selection Committee—comprising representatives from the Purple Line Team, the Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA), Purple Line Transit Partners (PLTP), art professionals, the University of Maryland, the Arts Councils of Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, and local community members—selected 80 artists to submit concept proposals.