City seeks artist submissions for traffic signal boxes

The City's Public Art Commission is seeking applications by artists or artist teams to design artwork for three vinyl-wrapped traffic signal boxes along 6th Street SW.

The selected artist or team would be asked to create original, site-responsive artwork that would be visually engaging from multiple directions and suitable for an all-ages public audience. The art theme for this project will be determined by engaging with the Taylor neighborhood; artists are not required to submit a design at this stage.

A total stipend of $2,100 will be provided to the selected artist for three approved final designs. This stipend is all-inclusive and covers the artist's design time, community engagement, research, and preparation of print-ready digital files. The City will contract separately with a vendor to print and install the wraps from digital files submitted by the artist.

This project supports the 6th Street SW Corridor Action Plan's goal to "enhance the public realm and foster a welcoming environment through public art." Learn more here.

Applications are open to professional artists and artist teams age 18 and over. Full submission details are described in the artist call at https://www.cityofcr.com/art. Submissions will be accepted through May 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM.

The City of Cedar Rapids reserves the right to amend project scope and/or re-issue the RFQ. Incomplete applications, late applications, or emailed submissions will NOT be considered.

Please send questions and comments to Stephanie Schrader, [email protected] or 319-286-5855.