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Stagville Memorial Project

Call for Artists: Stagville Memorial Project

  • Deadline:
  • Budget: $269,000
  • Eligibility: This RFQ is open to all public artists legally authorized to work in the United States. Preference will be given to experienced public artists who have a familiarity with Durham either through residing in Durham or North Carolina or otherwise have strong ties to the community. Previous work with municipalities and local government committees is a plus but not a requirement. An understanding of the history of Stagville Plantation and of Stagville descendants is crucial. Engaging with Stagville descendants and Durham community members is required.

The Stagville Memorial Project (SMP), in partnership with the City of Durham and Durham County, are looking for an artist or artist team to design and install a series of public artworks at specified locations within the Durham Rail Trail Gateway Plaza that uplifts and honors the story of those descended from enslavement at Stagville plantation and their impact on Durham’s community and culture.

More Information: artist.callforentry.org