Public Art Commissions / Verified 10 September 2026
The Augusta Sculpture Trail places 10 outdoor works in Downtown Augusta for 24 months, paying a $3,000 stipend in two parts ($1,500 at installation, $1,500 at removal). The City may purchase selected pieces for permanent collection. Deadline: October 2, 2026; open to U.S. residents 18+.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. October 2, 2026
“Application upload dates: August 1 – October 1, 2026; Notification to selected artists: October 30, 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. $3,000 stipend (2-year lease, paid in two installments: $1,500 installation + $1,500 de-installation); potential purchase by City of Augusta for permanent collection
“$3,000 stipend for 24-month lease ($1,500 upon installation, $1,500 upon de-installation); professional installation and de-installation services provided; insurance coverage for liability and physical damage; potential purchase by City of Augusta for permanent collection”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 2 years (January 2027 – December 2028)
Who can apply. Artists at least 18 years old who reside in the United States. Preferably professional sculptors. Ineligible: Greater Augusta Arts Council employees and Public Art Advisory Panel members.
How they choose.
“Public Art Advisory Panel scores all pieces; top 10 scoring pieces selected; maximum one piece per artist regardless of scores”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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