Call for Sculpture - Percival Plinth Project 2026

About the Open Call

The City of Olympia is seeking up to 18 loaned sculptures from Washington and Oregon state artists for temporary outdoor exhibition on Percival Landing, a waterfront park in Olympia, WA. Selected artists receive a $1,000 honorarium for the one-year loan and are eligible for the Peoples’ Prize purchase award of up to $10,000. Sculptures must be made of durable materials suitable for exterior salt-water environments, maintenance-free, and weigh under 250 lbs. Work must be able to be welded to a provided stainless steel connector plate.

What is Offered

$1,000 honorarium per loaned sculpture, potential $10,000 Peoples’ Prize purchase award, property insurance during exhibition, and on-site plaque recognition.

Requirements

Open to artists from Washington and Oregon state, 18 years or older. Sculptures must be durable, weather-resistant, and maintenance-free. Maximum weight is 250 lbs. Selected artists must obtain a Washington State Business License with a City of Olympia Endorsement.

How to Apply

Artists must apply through the CaFE website by submitting up to two entries. Each entry requires 3-5 images of a single sculpture from various angles.