Saturday, July 18, 2009

SEPTA : Art in Transit : Call to Artists.

Art In Transit

A call to artists is currently open for two stations in the SEPTA system.

Deadline: August 1, 2009
Project Name: SEPTA Spring Garden Subway Station
Budget: $150,000
Location: Broad and Spring Garden Streets, Philadelphia, PA
Download the Call For Artists Spring Garden Station package (pdf) for complete details and application instructions.

Deadline: September 18, 2009
Project Name: SEPTA Girard Subway Station
Budget: $150,000
Location: Broad Street and Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Download the Call For Artists Girard Station package (pdf) for complete details and application instructions.

SEPTA invites all artists living in the Greater Philadelphia area to apply for a public art commission. Artists are asked to envision permanent artwork that will be seen by tens of thousands of pedestrians, shoppers, residents, motorists and SEPTA riders commuting through or passing by stations each day.

The Art In Transit Program is designed to incorporate art elements into renovation and construction projects for selected stations and public transportation facilities. The program allocates up to one percent of the construction budget of capitally funded projects for the design, fabrication and installation of permanent artwork. The purpose of the Art in Transit Program is to create a more inviting and dynamic transit environment for regular and new riders and to foster a feeling of pride within the surrounding community.

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