Each of three sites has $3,000 including design, fabrication, transport, installation, maintenance and removal; $1,500 is paid at selection and $1,500 after installation. Artists retain ownership.
Source ↗ · Reviewed 2026-10-18
Upcoming deadline
Art4Trails 2026–27 — three temporary outdoor installations on Rochester trails
Rochester Art Center (Art4Trails, with Rochester Parks & Recreation)
The opportunity
Temporary site-specific installations at Silver Lake, Slatterly Park and River Landing trail sites. Install June 1–20, 2027; continuous display 3 months–1 year, depending on proposal. Artist handles permits, maintenance/repair and removal, retains ownership and may offer the work for sale while honoring its display term. At least 2 ft trail setback, with additional clearance for interactive work. Notice by January 1; June 27 unveiling is proposed.
Who can apply
Artists 18+ living in Minnesota or neighboring states (students under 18 with a sponsor); priority to first-time Art4Trails artists; artists with work currently on the trail are ineligible this year.
Funding & costs
$3,000 per site ($1,500 on selection and $1,500 after installation) covering all fees and costs: design, materials, fabrication, equipment, transport, installation, maintenance and removal. The artist keeps ownership.
Application fee: 0
Source status last checked 2026-10-18. General terms reviewed 2026-10-18. Confirm current terms, eligibility and deadline timezone with the organizer.
Explore the commissioning organization: Rochester Art Center
Application & planning details
Display lasts three months to one year depending on the proposal. The webpage supplies the November 15,11:45 PM CST cutoff; the PDF omits the timezone.
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Sources
- www.rochesterartcenter.org ↗ · Checked 2026-10-18
- www.rochesterartcenter.org ↗ · Checked 2026-10-18