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Scottsdale Public Art Request for Qualifications
NEQ of Old Town Parking Structure Public Art Project
Application Deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST (AZ)
Total Project Budget: $110,000 USD
Scottsdale Public Art is accepting qualifications from artists for a permanent public art opportunity for the NE Quadrant (NEQ) of Old Town Parking Structure project in Scottsdale, Arizona. The City of Scottsdale is constructing a parking structure in the northeast quadrant of Old Town to enhance parking capacity in the Entertainment District. Scottsdale Public Art seeks to contract an artist to design, fabricate, and install artistic features at the parking structure, located on 6th Avenue between Wells Fargo Avenue and Civic Center Plaza. The final selected artist will receive $110,000 for realization of the art.
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Exhibition Call for Art — Scottsdale Civic Center Public Gallery
Open Spaces: Fiber Arts Addressing the Landscape
Entry deadline: Monday, May 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. MST (AZ)
Open Spaces is on display from July 9 to September 30, 2026, at the Civic Center Public Gallery at Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ.
Open Spaces is a juried exhibition of fiber artworks addressing the significance of the landscape. Natural elements such as plants, animals, and stone are foundational to humanity’s existence, and open spaces like national parks remind us of this and serve as a valuable resource for mental wellness. The United States National Park Service was established on August 25, 1916. There are over 400 national parks in the United States, and 22 are in Arizona. This juried exhibition features weaving, felting, quilting, fabric manipulation and fiber-featured mixed media.
Juried by Erika Lynne Hanson, an interdisciplinary artist, researcher, and educator whose work is rooted in textile practices.
Scottsdale Public Art
In 1985, Scottsdale adopted a one percent for art ordinance and established Scottsdale Public Art to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Scottsdale Public Art seeks to integrate high-quality artwork into public spaces, reflecting and enhancing Scottsdale’s cultural and artistic identity. The program promotes a dynamic and inclusive vision of art in the public realm.
Scottsdale Public Art advocates for and facilitates the integration of artists’ work and ideas into the planning, design, and construction of community spaces. Public participation is encouraged throughout the process, from artist selection to artwork dedication, fostering a strong sense of shared ownership and civic pride. Scottsdale Public Art is a department of Scottsdale Arts, a private, nonprofit management organization that administers many of the arts and cultural affairs of the city of Scottsdale, Arizona.
Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale is home to a large residential community and serves as the primary resort destination in the Phoenix metro area. The city features a vibrant mix of specialty shopping, art galleries, recreational amenities, and numerous cultural and sporting events that contribute significantly to the region’s tourism industry. Residents from neighboring communities frequently visit Scottsdale to enjoy its retail centers, parks, libraries, and employment hubs. Scottsdale’s distinctive character and high-quality visual environment play a key role in supporting both its tourism economy and civic identity.