Plains Conservation Center - Eagle Nesting Site - Aurora, CO
- Deadline
- 9 days left
- Entry fee
- Free
- Award
- Public art commission
- Location
- Aurora, Colorado
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About
Indigenous artists are invited to submit qualifications for a three-dimensional public art commission at the Plains Conservation Center that reflects the ecological, cultural, and historical significance of the shortgrass prairie.
Overview
The City of Aurora Art in Public Places Program seeks qualifications from Indigenous artists for a three-dimensional public art installation at the Plains Conservation Center. The artwork should reflect the ecological, cultural, and historical significance of the shortgrass prairie while creating a meaningful visitor experience and serving as a distinctive landmark. Located within a roundabout near an active eagle nesting area, the site is surrounded by expansive prairie views and one of Colorado's remaining shortgrass prairie ecosystems.
About the Site
The Plains Conservation Center encompasses more than 1,100 acres of protected prairie in southeastern Aurora. The site features native habitat, wildlife observation opportunities, and environmental education. The annual return of nesting eagles and raptors has become one of the area's most recognizable natural features.
Themes & Inspiration
Artists are encouraged to explore the relationship between history and ecology. Artwork may draw inspiration from themes including honoring the land, the relationship between people and the earth, Indigenous knowledge and stewardship, the interconnectedness of all living things, the ecological importance of shortgrass prairie, migration and natural cycles, the role of eagles and wildlife, resilience and reciprocity, and historical and contemporary connections between people and place. While artwork may draw inspiration from eagles and wildlife, literal representations are not required.
Eligibility
Open to Indigenous artists with connection to the 51 federally recognized Tribal Nations associated with Colorado or Tribal communities whose members were displaced or relocated to the Denver Metro area through the Indian Relocation Act of 1956.
Submission Requirements
Submit 8–10 images or videos of relevant work (do not submit conceptual proposals, renderings, or AI images). Include a professional resume (not to exceed two pages) and a statement of interest explaining your connection to this project and your relationship with the 51 federally recognized Tribal Nations or impacted tribal communities.
Key Dates
- Submission deadline: July 22, 2026
Contact
- Email: publicart@auroragov.org
- Phone: 303-739-6744
- Aurora Library and Cultural Services
- Award
- Public art commission
- Entry fee
- Free to enter
- Entries per artist
- Up to 1
- Eligibility
- Open to Indigenous artists with connection to the 51 federally recognized Tribal Nations associated with Colorado or Tribal communities whose members were displaced or relocated to the Denver Metro area through the Indian Relocation Act of 1956.
- Contact
- publicart@auroragov.org
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