Chicago officials install public art at 2 more train stops

CHICAGO (AP) - Chicago transportation officials have added public art pieces paying tribute to the city's history at two Chicago Transit Authority train stops.

One is a series of glass panels called 'œWindy City Odyssey'ť at the Montrose Blue Line station. The work by Chicago artist Chris Cosnowski shows toys and trophies depicting different parts of the city, including a tugboat as a nod to the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, according to transit authority officials.

The other is a conceptional art installation called 'œOrdinary Relic," which includes yellow and blue message panels and a replica of a vintage ticket agent booth. The work by artist Mathew Wilson is on display at the Diversey stop on the Brown Line.

'œThese new installations add to the vibrancy and intrigue of CTA's distinguished and growing public art program,'ť CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr., said in a statement. 'œNot only do these two pieces add beauty to their respective stations and the communities they serve, they also highlight both historic moments and elements of our local culture that would otherwise be forgotten or remain unknown.'œ

Public art at city transportation hubs has nearly doubled in the last decade with more than 70 works across rail and bus lines.