Codman Square Park Integral Public Art RFQ

The Codman Square Neighborhood Council (CSNC) and the Friends of Codman Square Park are seeking an artist/designer to create integral public art for Codman Square Park in the Codman Square neighborhood of Dorchester, Boston. The selected artist will work in collaboration with the landscape architect chosen for the park's redesign. The vision for the public art may encompass one focal element or a series of components as part of this creative placemaking initiative.

The 0.34-acre park is located at 360 Talbot Avenue at the intersection of Washington Street and Talbot Avenue. Codman Square is part of a historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1983, with nearby landmarks including the 1806 Congregational Church, the 1904 Boston Public Library branch, and the 1899 Lithgow Building. The park serves as an important community meeting place with a long tradition as a major civic center in Dorchester.

Preference will be given to local and regional applicants with completed outdoor art projects or temporary installations. Artists and designers of diverse backgrounds with knowledge of African-American culture and history are encouraged to apply. The total anticipated public art budget is up to $300,000 (all-inclusive for design, fabrication, and installation). Up to three shortlisted finalists will receive a $2,500 honorarium each for initial concept development and presentations. Applicants must submit 10-15 JPEG images of relevant past work with an annotated image list, CV/résumé with current contact information, and three references (including at least one from a project where the artist served as project manager/construction administrator). Electronic submissions only via www.callforentry.org.