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Grant for U.S. Exhibition at the Venice Biennale – Program Management and Pavilion Operations

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is seeking a U.S.-based nonprofit partner to manage and deliver the U.S. presentation at the Venice Biennale, one of the world's leading international art exhibitions. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) - OEMs and Key Organizations: - Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation (owner of the U.S. Pavilion) - Peggy Guggenheim Collection (operator of the U.S. Pavilion) - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive services for exhibition development, preparation, production, installation, and dismantling of the U.S. exhibition at the Venice Biennale - Travel and logistical support for curators and key participants - Robust outreach activities, including virtual programming and media campaigns - Staffing, maintenance, and operations of the U.S. Pavilion during the exhibition (minimum $125,000 of the grant must be allocated to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection for these services) - Notable Requirements: - Only U.S.-based nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status are eligible - Cost sharing or matching is required - The program aims to advance international understanding of American values through innovative art and outreach - The U.S. Pavilion in Venice, Italy, is the primary venue for the exhibition - Funding: - Up to $375,000 per biennale cycle (18-month period) - One award per biennale cycle anticipated

Description

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling works of art that promote American values and foster international dialogue on shared global challenges. The program supports the U.S. exhibition at the International Art Biennale, a prestigious bi-annual festival organized by La Biennale di Venezia in Venice, Italy. The U.S. Pavilion, owned by the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation and operated by the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, serves as a high-profile platform for showcasing American artistic innovation and merit. The grant provides funding for exhibition development, preparation, production, installation, dismantling, and related travel for curators and key participants.

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