Wilmington is seeking proposals for the design, fabrication and installation of a permanent public artwork commemorating the historic city’s significant role in the American Revolution.
The city invites professional artists or artist teams to submit proposals between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31.
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Submittals should reflect the historical importance of the city’s revolutionary past, recognizing the stories, people, and spirit that helped shape the birth of this nation, “while creating a meaningful and lasting landmark for the city,” according to a city notice.
The artwork will be installed in downtown on public property.
The artist or artist team whose proposal is selected will be awarded a $25,000, all-inclusive budget related to design, materials, fabrication, transportation, installation and any necessary permits or insurance.
Eligible artists or artist teams must be at least 18 and authorized to work in the United States. Experience with public art is preferred.
Proposals will be evaluated on artistic merit and originality, relevance and connection to Wilmington’s Revolutionary War history, feasibility and durability of materials in an outdoor, public setting, ability to meet the project timeline and budget, and community impact and site integration.
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Submittals should include an artist statement and resume, a one- or two-page concept description explaining the applicant’s vision, historical relevance, materials and fabrication methods, a preliminary visual rendering or concept sketches, a budget breakdown, a timeline for project completion, certificate of liability insurance, and three to five images of past works, particularly public art.
Artists also have the option to submit letters of support or references.
Submittals may be emailed as a single PDF to andrea.talley@wilmingtonnc.gov with the subject line “Revolutionary Wilmington Art Proposal – (Name of artist)” or mailed to City of Wilmington, Attention: Andrea Talley, Parks and Recreation, P.O. Box 1810, Wilmington, NC 28402.
For questions, email Talley.
