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Published: 9/20/2021 Deadline: 10/22/2021
The Allentown Arts Commission, in partnership with Materials Conservation of Philadelphia, seeks artist responses via this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to commission an original, site‐specific work of public art. The work of art will be located in Allentown’s Arts Walk and/or Arts Alley, which run alongside of Miller Symphony Hall and connect popular 6th Street to the city’s Arts Park, a central downtown green space close to the city’s arts and cultural institutions. The artist for the project will work in collaboration with Chris Rogerson, the Allentown Symphony Orchestra’s Composer‐in‐Residence to develop a work of art that is musical in some way. This could be as art that is played – either physically or as musical notation – or that creates a visual experience that is enhanced by music, or that is musical in some other way. Creative collaboration between the selected artist and Chris Rogerson will be key to the project. Three project sites have been identified within these areas. Artists may propose a work of art at one or multiple locations. Sculptors, light artists, and artists working in metal are encouraged to apply. The public art program is committed to reflecting the diversity of the City of Allentown in our selection process. Allentown and Lehigh Valley‐based artists, female artists and artists of color are encouraged to apply. Complete applications that meet threshold eligibility will be considered.
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Published: 8/3/2021 Deadline: 8/24/2021
The Allentown Arts Commission, in partnership with Materials Conservation of Philadelphia, seeks artist responses via this Request for Proposals (RFP) to commission an original, site‐specific mural on the western side façade Theater 514 at 514 N. 19th Street. The mural is to capture to excitement and vibrancy of a trip to the theater. The work of art is to address the west‐facing façade of the Theater 514, which consists of five bays. The work of art must cover the first two bays only (starting at the corner at 19th Street). All or part of the mural painting must be conducted during both days of the West End World of Food Celebration, which will take place on September 18‐19, 2021. Artists must be present both days and have a unique and free‐of‐charge art‐making activity set up for kids during the festival. A table for the activity will be provided for the artist. This opportunity is open to Allentown and Lehigh Valley artists only. Female artists and artists of color are encouraged to apply. The public art program is committed to reflecting the diversity of the City of Allentown in our selection process. Complete applications that meet threshold eligibility will be considered.
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Published: 7/8/2021 Deadline: 8/3/2021
The Allentown Arts Commission, in partnership with Materials Conservation of Philadelphia, seeks artist responses via this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to commission an original, site‐specific work of art. The work of art will be located on the western side façade of the RB Collection at 107 Hamilton Street. The work of art may take the form of mural, low‐relief sculpture or other appropriate forms of art (or a combination of these),and is open to artists with the demonstrated capacity to create a fully‐realized work of art in any of those forms. Allentown and Lehigh Valley‐based artists, female artists and artists of color are encouraged to apply. The public art program is committed to reflecting the diversity of the City of Allentown in our selection process. Complete applications that meet threshold eligibility will be considered.
Published: 5/21/2020 Deadline: Rolling 6/20 - 10/30/2020
Seeking Innovative Artists for Encouraging Public Art Projects with a $60,000 Grant Program. Following unprecedented job loss due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Allentown Arts Commission has created a new fund providing project-based grants to Allentown artists. The fund will provide stipends from $1,000–$3,000 per project for artists to create encouraging and uplifting public art and messages to be displayed throughout the City.
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Published: 3/12/2020 Deadline: 6/12/2020
The Allentown Arts Commission, in partnership with Materials Conservation of Philadelphia, seeks artist responses via this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to commission an original, site-specific work of art by a professional artist(s) in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Download Allentown New School Mural RFQ
Published: 3/6/2020 Deadline: 4/13/2020
Artists who applied to Allentown’s Gateway Art RFP can expect notification of selection in June. We appreciate your continued enthusiasm for Allentown’s public art program.
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