Healing Arts collection

Project Added: January 3, 2022
Project Point of Contact: [email protected]
artwork hanging on a wall

The use of art in Western medical treatment was first implemented in Greek healing temples, which incorporated art, music and landscape to create a holistic environment in which ailments were treated.

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Arts-and Intersections:

Art, Health & Wellness

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Location:

Kansas City,

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Genre/Discipline:

Community arts, Visual art

Population Density:

Urban

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Locality/Town/City

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OVERVIEW

A variety of fine art from local, national, and international artists makes up the Healing Arts collection. The art on display throughout the hospital is meant to provide a pleasing atmosphere for patients, visitors and employees.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

The Center for Healing Arts at University Health presents outstanding visual, performance, and communicative art to promote healing and uplift the spirit of all who enter the hospital. Our Healing Arts program incorporates visual, performance, and other art forms throughout the hospital as a means of learning, expression, and healing for patients, visitors, and employees. The program strives to improve patient experience and outcomes and to encourage a broader understanding of cultural diversity in health and illness.

PROJECT EVALUATION

Currently not available.