Lincoln Music Box RFQ

The Downtown Lincoln Association (DLA) seeks to commission art installations adjoining Music Box (MBX), located at 14th and N Street in Lincoln's Music District. MBX is a space for music rehearsal, recording, performance, and education. The proposed installations would occupy MBX's adjacent covered alley, divided into two phases.

Phase 1 prioritizes the alley area immediately adjacent to MBX, visible from the venue's interior and its frontage on 14th street. This portion serves as a secondary entrance, equipment loading dock, and gathering space. The selected artist or team will collaborate with DLA and MBX representatives to create a dynamic installation resonating with MBX's raw-yet-refined design, which juxtaposes raw plywood and exposed concrete with sleek colors and faceted forms. Project space may include the entire patio area or be broken into several sections (north wall, south wall; murals, lighting) depending on the artist or team's interests. Awards of up to $20,000 may be distributed if the entire project space is desired. Phase 2 concentrates on the remainder of the large alley, curving southward toward N street and serving as the primary drive to the venue's loading dock. The award amount for Phase 2 will be commensurate with Phase 1.

Submissions should include a letter of interest, résumé, and 5-10 examples of past work, submitted via www.CallForEntry.org by April 11th, 11:59 PM CST. A committee of stakeholders, community members, and design professionals will notify finalists by April 18th. Finalists will receive a $500 honorarium to create a design proposal and presentation to the committee by mid-May. The committee will select the artist or team based on relevant experience and the proposed installation's durability and compatibility with MBX's design. Eligibility is limited to artists or teams of artists residing in Lincoln, NE, or artists with connections to Lincoln, NE.