St. George Outdoor Sculpture Gallery 2026-2027 Season
Public art exhibition seeks large-scale sculptures for year-long display in downtown St. George. $1,000 stipend + sales opportunities.
The Art Around the Corner Foundation invites artists from across the U.S. and Canada to submit work for the 2026-2027 Outdoor Sculpture Gallery in St. George, Utah. Now in its 22nd year, this acclaimed public art program transforms downtown St. George into a year-long outdoor gallery, with approximately 30 large-scale sculptures installed along Main Street and Town Square beginning March 28, 2026. Selected artists receive a $1,000 stipend and their work is displayed for approximately one year with purchase opportunities available to the public. This art-on-loan program has earned recognition as one of the top public art programs in the West, attracting nationally recognized artists while enriching the community with accessible public art. The exhibition creates direct connections between artists and buyers while bringing creativity and vibrancy to the heart of the city. All sculptures remain available for purchase throughout the display period, providing ongoing sales opportunities for participating artists.
Submission Guidelines
Sculptures must be at least 24 inches in height or diameter, structurally sound, and safe for public interaction including climbing or touching. Works must be free of sharp edges or hazards and able to withstand extreme desert climate ranging from 25°F to 115°F. Artists may submit up to two completed works, though only one per artist will be selected.
How to Apply
1. Step 1: Review full application details and requirements on the CaFÉ portal
2. Step 2: Prepare up to two completed sculptures meeting size and safety requirements
3. Step 3: Submit application through CaFÉ before October 31, 2025 deadline
Application & Contact
Application URL: CaFÉ portal (specific URL not provided in content)
Contact: Art Around the Corner Foundation, Heather Atkin (Executive Director)
Source: https://suindependent.com/call-for-artists-st-georges-outdoor-sculpture-gallery-opens-2026-season-entries/