Santa Cruz Opengov #DEPT HERE-0312

Curatorial Services for SculpTOUR Downtown Rotating Public Art Program

The City of Santa Cruz Office of Economic Development is seeking a qualified curator or curatorial team to manage the SculpTOUR Downtown Rotating Public Art Program. - Government Buyer: - City of Santa Cruz Office of Economic Development - Services Requested: - Curatorial services for a rotating outdoor sculpture exhibition across four downtown locations - Responsibilities include artistic direction, artist selection, exhibition planning, installation oversight, community education, and coordination with City staff - Contract Details: - Three-year contract valued at $42,500, with possible renewals - Unique Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in public art curation, project management, and community engagement - No specific OEMs or product vendors involved; this is a professional services opportunity - Program Goals: - Present high-quality, diverse sculptural works - Activate public spaces and enhance cultural vibrancy - Support artists and engage the community

Description

The City of Santa Cruz Office of Economic Development is seeking qualified curators or curatorial teams to lead the artistic direction, artist selection, and exhibition management for SculpTour, an outdoor rotating sculpture exhibition program. The program aims to enhance public spaces, support artists with visible gallery space, and engage the community. The curator will be responsible for artist selection, exhibition planning, installation oversight, community education, and coordination with City staff. The project duration is three years with possible renewals, and the budget allocated is $42,500 for the three-year period.

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