State of Illinois
10/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/13/2026 09:07
2026.10.13 An Opportunity for Illinois Artists!
The Illinois Arts Council would like to share an important art commission opportunity in partnership with the Capital Development Board's Art-in-Architecture Program (CDB/AIA).
CDB/AIA is now accepting Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) from Illinois professional artists for permanent original public art for the IDOT National Trail Rest Area in Effingham County, Illinois. The Committee is seeking two wall installations in the lobby of the building, approximately 20' wide by 6' tall. Artists are not limited to a particular medium or style. The deadline to apply is December 2, 2026 .
About the Illinois Art-In-Architecture Program
The Illinois Art-in-Architecture Program promotes and preserves Illinois art and enriches communities by commissioning original artwork for public buildings constructed with state funds.
The enabling legislation for the program requires that the Capital Development Board "shall set aside 1/2 of 1 percent of the amount authorized and appropriated for construction or reconstruction of each public building financed in whole or in part by state funds and generally accessible to and used by the public for the purchase and placement of suitable works of art in such public buildings." A committee including art professionals and the project architect oversees each project and selects the artwork.
Since its inception in 1977, the Art-in-Architecture Program has purchased or commissioned works of art by Illinois artists for public display throughout Illinois.
Selection Process
The Fine Arts Review Committee will review the portfolios of eligible applicants. At least three artists/teams will be selected as semi-finalists and paid a fee of $1,000 each to develop and present a site-specific proposal. After the proposal presentations, the Committee will select a winning artist/team for the commission. Correspondence will be sent to the semi-finalists and to the winning artist/team detailing the proposal process and contracts.
The project budget is $31,000
Link to the RFQ Document:
Application materials must be delivered by email to: [email protected]
The Art-in-Architecture Procedure Manual, commission opportunities, and other information are posted at:
https://cdb.illinois.gov/professionalgrowth/art/commissionopportunities.html
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