Help shape a visual legacy at one of Norfolk’s most historic parks.
NORFOLK, Va. – The City of Norfolk invites artists to submit proposals for a public art project at Barraud Park, a site deeply rooted in the City’s cultural and historic landscape. With a project budget of $115,000 and no application fee, this opportunity is open to artists who want to help shape the park’s future while honoring its powerful past.
Currently undergoing a $4.5 million revitalization, Barraud Park is being upgraded to improve accessibility and parking while preserving its historic charm. The public art installation will serve as a central feature of the newly enhanced park, celebrating its legacy as a place of unity, resilience and community connection.
The theme calls for a series of interconnected artworks that reflect the park’s significance – from overcoming segregation to serving as a community hub for recreation and events. The pieces should be thought-provoking and healing, offering a visual journey through personal and collective experiences of struggle and triumph.
Artists are encouraged to propose works that vary in scale and medium with a strong focus on durability and harmony with the natural surroundings. Suitable materials include weather-resistant metal, stone, ceramics and mixed media.
The application deadline is Monday, May 12. Click HERE to apply.
For more information about the history of Barraud Park and this public art opportunity, visit www.norfolkarts.net/local-opportunities/. Questions can be directed to Karen Rudd, Manager of Cultural Affairs, via email at karen.rudd@norfolk.gov or call (757) 284-8445.