Chicago Sculpture Exhibit 2027–28 — Public Sculpture Call ($2,000 Honorarium)
Chicago Sculpture Exhibit
November 20, 2026 (52 publicSeo.openCall.daysLeft)Chicago, IL, USA
Chicago Sculpture Exhibit is a private not-for-profit organisation that partners with the City of Chicago and the Chicago Park District to place contemporary sculpture in public spaces; 2027 is its 26th year.
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At least 40 sculptures are installed at public sites across Chicago for one year (May 2027 – May 2028). A US$2,000 honorarium is paid for each selected work, half at contract signing and half at installation.
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Open to all experienced professional sculptors; up to two works per artist. Works must be weather-resistant, structurally sound and safe for an unsupervised audience, suited to a dense urban setting (large-scale sculptures are requested), and the artist must provide general liability insurance.
Dates & details
- Programme dates
- Installation May 2027; exhibition closes May 2028
- Results
- End of 2026
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US$2,000 honorarium per selected work
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Free