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Chicago Sculpture Exhibit 2027-28

Chicago Sculpture Exhibit

Juried Show

Year-long outdoor exhibition of at least 40 large-scale sculptures at public sites across Chicago, installed May 2027. No entry fee; each selected work earns a $2,000 honorarium.

Deadline
Nov 20, 2026 (5 days left)
Media
Sculpture
Location
Chicago, IL
Region
Midwest
Entry fee
None
Prizes
$2,000 honorarium per selected work
Max file size
2 MB per file
Images
Individual image files

Requirements

- Up to 2 works per artist, submitted through the online form by Nov 20, 2026 - JPEG images no larger than 2 MB, labeled with artist name and title; no PDFs - CV, short bio and one-page artist statement required - Open to experienced professional sculptors; work must be original or made under the artist's direct supervision - Outdoor, weather-resistant, large-scale work; artist handles delivery, installation, removal and liability insurance - Installed May 2027 and on view for one year at public sites around Chicago

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