Erie County is pleased to announce two new Calls for Artists as part of the Arts in Public Places program, for public art commissions to be installed exclusively at the following Erie County locations: (1) Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens and (2) Isle View Park. This opportunity is for artists residing in Erie County who have not been previously selected to complete an Art in Public Places public art project. Each selected project will receive funding of up to $75,000.
“This initiative seeks to make art accessible to all Erie County residents and visitors and to foster a sense of community connection and civic pride.” – Arts in Public Places
Each project offers up to $75,000 in funding and is open to Erie County artists who have not previously completed an AIPP project.
Apply by: April 20, 2026 (12 PM)
A virtual Q&A session will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. Artists interested in applying are strongly encouraged to attend to learn more about the opportunity, selection process, and project requirements.
For the virtual Q&A session link, full details, and online application, visit: www.erie.gov/publicart
