University of Florida Art in State Buildings: UF-675 Disability Resource Center
Artists are invited to submit qualifications and site-specific artwork proposals for the UF Disability Resource Center that are welcoming, accessible, and engaging with multisensory elements.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 18 days left
- Entry fee
- Not listed - check the source
- Award
- $76,250
- Location
- UF Disability Resource Center, Gainesville, FL
About
Overview
The Art Selection Committee seeks qualifications from artists interested in creating a new, site-specific artwork that is welcoming, accessible, and engaging for a wide range of users and experiences at the UF Disability Resource Center. The artwork should provide a meaningful multisensory experience and may incorporate tactile, auditory, and braille elements. Color, texture, and opportunities for interaction are encouraged.
Eligibility
Artist must have met at least two (2) of the following: works in private, public, corporate or museum collections; received awards, grants or fellowships; completed other public commissions on a similar scale; participated in exhibitions at major museums or galleries. Preference may be given to disabled artists and artists with lived experience of disability.
Theme
Artists may choose to explore themes related to disability culture, disability justice, accessibility, or significant moments in disability rights history, including the ADA and the Capitol Crawl.
Award
- $76,250 for site-specific art
- Up to 3 finalists will receive $1,250 honorarium to meet virtually and create and virtually present a site-specific proposal (separate from art budget)
Key Dates
- Stage 1 (10 images) due: August 28, 2026 11:59pm EST
- Stage 2 (full applications) due: October 2, 2026 11:59pm EST
Location
Gainesville, FL
Contact
- Oaklianna Caraballo (352) 240-4080 or [email protected]
- Award
- Art commission of $76,250 for site-specific artwork; Up to 3 finalists receive $1,250 honorarium
- Theme
- Site-specific artwork that provides a welcoming, multisensory experience for users with varying abilities. Artists may explore themes related to disability culture, disability justice, accessibility, or significant moments in disability rights history, including the ADA and the Capitol Crawl.
- Eligibility
- Artist must have met at least two of the following: works in private, public, corporate or museum collections; received awards, grants or fellowships; completed other public commissions on a similar scale; participated in exhibitions at major museums or galleries. Preference may be given to disabled artists and artists with lived experience of disability.
- Format
- Ship your work in
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