North Dakota Bismarck Civic Plus #Call for Artists for an Art and Heritage Discovery Trail

City of Bismarck Seeks Artists for Art and Heritage Discovery Trail Digital Art Project

The City of Bismarck Planning Department is inviting artists to contribute to the Art and Heritage Discovery Trail, a public art initiative celebrating North Dakota’s 250th anniversary. - Government Buyer: - City of Bismarck Planning Department - Project Overview: - Seeking 21 original digital artworks (20 for QR code signs, 1 for sign backgrounds) highlighting North Dakota’s history and achievements - Artworks will be accessible via QR codes on semi-permanent signs throughout Bismarck, including downtown and the airport - Products/Services Requested: - 20 digital literary, visual, performance, or other creative media pieces (PDF, MP3, or MP4 formats) - 1 visual artwork for use as the background on all signs - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to artists residing or employed in Bismarck or North Dakota - Submissions must be original and accompanied by a narrative explaining their relevance to North Dakota’s heritage - Content must comply with guidelines (no advertisements, political, religious, or inappropriate material) - Incentives: - Minimum $325 per selected artwork - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is a creative call for submissions - Installation of 20 signs across Bismarck, including at Bismarck Airport - Project funded by the ND250 Community Initiatives Grant Fund and administered by the State Historical Society of North Dakota

Description

The City of Bismarck is seeking artists to provide digital local literary art, visual art, performance art, or other creative media to be shared via QR codes on semi-permanent signs throughout Bismarck, ND. Twenty art pieces will be shared digitally via the QR codes, and one visual artwork will be used as the background for all the signs. This project commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States and aims to celebrate North Dakota's history and achievements. Artists are encouraged to submit digital media files in PDF, MP3, or MP4 formats by May 1, 2026.

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