2026 Sculpture on the Move!

The Creative Communities Alliance is now accepting applications for the 2026 round of Sculpture on the Move where we will install approximately 30 sculptures for prominent display in outdoor, public areas across the state of Missouri and Eastern Kansas region. These sculptures will be installed in May of 2026 for a period of two years, at which point artists can resubmit their work to be selected for another location within the regional display. Artists may submit multiple works and may have multiple works selected across the participating communities.

The winning artists will be awarded $1,000 per year for two years, for each sculpture selected, resulting in a total of $2,000 per sculpture. Please keep in mind, because our communities are selecting around 30 pieces, it is somewhat common for artists to have multiple works selected, which means they also must drop off works in multiple cities.

Description:

The Creative Communities Alliance (CCA) is a coalition of 30 municipal and nonprofit organizations dedicated to the development of community arts across Missouri extending from St. Louis to Kansas City and all four corners of the state.

We are now accepting applications for the 2026 round of Sculpture on the Move where we will install approximately 30 sculptures for prominent display in outdoor, public areas across the region. These sculptures will be installed in the spring of 2026 for a period of two years, at which point artists can resubmit their work to be selected for another location within the regional display. Artists may submit multiple works and may have multiple works selected across the participating communities.

Selection process:
Each of our 30 municipalities/communities will select at least one sculpture from the pool of submissions. After the selection, a representative from that community will work directly with the artist to finalize the contract, payment schedule, as well as delivery and installation dates.

Artwork Submission Deadline: January 18th, 2026

Artwork Selection Date: February 19th, 2026 – We will be calling to confirm sculpture availability as sculptures are selected that morning. Please be prepared to take a phone call at your number listed above, between 10 am and 12 pm to confirm your artwork availability.

Honorarium:
The winning artists will be awarded $1,000 per year for two years, for each sculpture selected, resulting in a total of $2,000 per sculpture.

Requirements & Eligibility:

·   Each work must fit on a 4ft x 4ft concrete pad and be designed for outdoor display

·   Artists may sell the work during the project period. However, the work must remain on site for the duration of the exhibition.

·   All work must be ready for installation upon delivery. Artist accepts responsibility for delivering and retrieving work on dates as agreed upon in the final contract.

·   Open to all artists living in the United States.

·   Artist agrees that work submitted is original work created by the artist.

·   Please keep in mind, because our communities are selecting around 30 pieces, it is somewhat common for artists to have multiple works selected, which means they also must drop off works in multiple cities. If you are limited to a certain region in Missouri, please note it on your application. 

·   Artists are responsible for installing their artwork unless otherwise noted in their application. Please list if you need any kind of lifting assistance or installation equipment.