Public Art Commissions / Verified 10 September 2026
City of Lafayette Arts & Cultural Resources Department seeks outdoor sculptures for downtown display from April 2027 to April 2028. Selected artists receive $1,200 honorarium; additional awards up to $1,000 available. Free application deadline October 22, 2026. National eligibility; open to artists at any career stage.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. October 22, 2026
“October 22, 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. $1,200 honorarium + $1,000 Jean Mellblom Award for Artistic Excellence + $500 People's Choice Award + $500 Most Inspiring Award
“$1,200 honorarium for one-year installation; three additional annual prizes ($1,000 Jean Mellblom Award for Artistic Excellence, $500 People's Choice Award, $500 Most Inspiring Award); installation crew provided; website featuring and printed brochures in English and Spanish”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. One year (April 19, 2027 - April 2028)
Who can apply. National eligibility; Artist applicant type specified. No other restrictions stated regarding nationality, residency, or career stage.
How they choose.
“Public Art Committee selects based on artistic merit, inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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