Submissions will be reviewed by an Advisory Committee consisting of Town of Concord staff, residents, business owners, and public art/placemaking enthusiasts. The group will review applications and work samples to select 3 to 6 semi-finalists. Semi-finalists will receive a stipend of $500 to refine their concepts and develop a complete design to present at a public forum in the Concord Town House in February 2024.  

At the public forum each semi-finalist will be asked to detail their idea in a 10-minute presentation that shall include not more than 10 digital slides and two display boards. During a casual reception, semi-finalists will have an opportunity to talk more casually with attendees about their proposals.

A contract will be awarded in late March 2024 for installation in the autumn of 2024.  As part of municipal contracting requirements, proof of general liability insurance is required.

Selection Criteria: 

Applications will be evaluated including, but not limited to, the following criteria:

• Preference will be given to Massachusetts-based artists; BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Artistic merit of body of work samples;
• Strong site-responsive design concept;
• Potential for artist’s work to engage passersby of diverse backgrounds in complex ideas in an accessible way;
• Feasibility of successful execution of project within the proposed time frame and budget;
• Effective communication and organizational skills; and
• Completeness of application.