Public Art Commissions / Verified 2 September 2026
New Mexico Arts seeks artists to design and install a functional public art sundial at Spaceport America's STARC building in Truth or Consequences. The $300,000 project budget covers design and fabrication. U.S. residency required; deadline September 4, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 4, 2026
“Midnight (MDT), Friday, September 4, 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
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What you get. $300,000 project budget
“$300,000 total commission covering materials, equipment, labor, permits, engineering, insurance, taxes, travel, installation, shipping, plaque, and documentation. Finalists (up to 5) receive $4,000 honorarium plus travel stipend ($500–$1,800 depending on distance) for in-person presentation.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. National eligibility (Location Eligibility Type: National). Artist or artist team. U.S. residency required (application asks 'Are you a resident of the United States?'). No career-stage restrictions stated.
“National eligibility (Location Eligibility Type: National). U.S. residency required”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose.
“Local Selection Committee (Spaceport America owner/user agency representatives, architect, local artist, arts professional, project director; plus board member and student if applicable). Committee selects up to 5 finalists based on artist qualifications, proven ability, artistic merit/craftsmanship”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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