240-314-8681
Rockville, MD, Unknown
The City of Rockville, MD is seeking a professional public artist to create a site-specific work of art. The purpose of this artwork is to beautify the recently renovated Rockville Swim and Fitness Center.
BUDGET: $100,000
ELIGIBILITY: Professional artists over 18 living in the U.S.
DEADLINE: May 29, 2020
Download full RFQ here.
About Rockville
Rockville, Maryland is located less than 15 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. Rockville is the seat of government for Montgomery County and is considered one of the nation’s leading small cities, and frequently recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation. Our community is one of the most diverse and international in the world, with more than one-third of our residents having been born outside of the United States. Rockville has a rich history going back 250 years and was the first municipality in Montgomery County, Maryland to initiate a percent for public art program.
About the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center
Rockville Swim and Fitness Center is a great place for the public to swim and stay in shape year-round. This center offers three outdoor swimming pools, two indoor swimming pools, hot tub, sauna and a fully equipped fitness center.
Artwork Goals
The public artwork should seek to engage its audience and welcome visitors in a fun and unforgettable manner. Suggested themes could reflect the importance of water, nature, and/or movement (by virtue of a kinetic component). The artwork will be visible both during the day and in the evening.
Artwork Site Description
The suggested locations for the artwork are:
Finalists can choose one or more than one location.
Timeline
The City of Rockville reserves the right to adjust this timetable as required during this Call to Artists submission process.
Selection Process
What to Submit
How to Submit
All materials will be submitted online. Hand-delivered or mailed submissions will NOT be accepted.
QUESTIONS? Contact Betty Wisda at 240-314-8681 or bwisda@rockvillemd.gov.