2018 Northglenn Tunnel Mural Commission

Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation (NAHF), in partnership with the City of Northglenn, is conducting an open entry competition to select a qualified muralist or muralist team to complete a mural valued at no more than $25,000. The mural will celebrate Northglenn's 50th Anniversary and will be painted in the pedestrian tunnel under Interstate-25 that links the Northglenn Civic Center to the RTD Wagon Road Park-N-Ride. The tunnel is 8' wide x 8' tall x 311' long, and the mural can apply to walls and ceiling as necessary.

Each of 2-5 finalists will receive a $200 honorarium to help offset expenses and compensation for time, as well as a formal presentation to a board/selection committee. Applicants must submit five previous murals/public art works in addition to a color concept design of the proposed mural. The theme is "50 Years of Northglenn"; in the narrative/proposal, explain your vision for the mural and describe what images you associate with the City of Northglenn and its growth since April 19, 1969. The mural must be completed utilizing only exterior latex, professional grade acrylic, and non-enamel spray-paint. The complete mural must be protected by a sacrificial layer of graffiti guard from Sherwin Williams.

Muralists will be selected based on the quality of their past work and suitability of their concept design. Selection criteria include: visually engaging and contextually responsive design that creates a sense of place; effective representation of Northglenn's 50th Anniversary and history; durable, easily maintainable artwork with low operational cost; and demonstrated ability to meet project requirements and execute within the timeline and budget. The mural must be completed by July 1, 2019. For additional information, contact Director Michael Stricker at 303-450-8727 or [email protected]. Northglenn Arts office is located at 11801 Community Center Drive, Northglenn, CO 80233.