Public Art Commissions / Verified 2 September 2026
Arts@MSP Public Artist Roster accepts applications from U.S.-based professional artists and teams (18+, not students) to a prequalified roster for airport commissions. Selected artists compete for contracts, with projects exceeding $175,000 requiring commission approval. No application fee; regional artists preferred.
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What the organizer actually says
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“none (page mentions no fee)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get. Roster feeds MSP airport commissions; contracts above $175,000 require Metropolitan Airports Commission approval (i.e., large commissions flow through this roster)
“Project budgets vary by complexity; contracts above $175,000 require MAC board approval. Budget covers design fees, fabrication, materials, professional fees, travel, insurance, overhead, site work, shipping, and installation.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Professional artists or artist teams residing in the United States. At least 18 years old. Students ineligible. Regional talent preferred. Career stages: emerging, mid-career, or established.
“Professional artists or artist teams residing in the United States.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose.
“Visual Arts Selection Panel (regional arts professionals, artists, community leaders, airport representatives) reviews applications; final approval by MSP Arts and Culture Steering Committee. Selection based on strength of past artworks, public/private experience, fabrication/installation experience”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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Whether this is worth your entry fee, your shipping, and the weeks it takes to put an application together depends on work only you have…
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