About the Program
The Haddonfield Outdoor Sculpture Trust (HOST) is accepting submissions of existing outdoor artworks for its 2026–2027 Public Art Rotation. Open to professional sculptors (18+) residing in NJ, PA, DE, NY, CT, MD, and VA. Selected artists receive a $1,000 honorarium per work for a minimum one-year outdoor display in historic Haddonfield, NJ.
General Information
The Haddonfield Outdoor Sculpture Trust (HOST), established in 2014, is now accepting submissions of existing outdoor artworks for the 2026–2027 Public Art Rotation. Haddonfield, NJ—a historic town six miles east of Philadelphia—continues its mission to serve as the premier outdoor sculpture venue in Southern New Jersey.
The program features diverse works ranging from classical to Pop Art, figurative to abstract. Selected sculptures will be displayed for a minimum of one year, with an honorarium of $1,000 provided per piece, along with on-site installation support and general public liability insurance provided by HOST.
Eligibility & Guidelines
Regional Eligibility: Open to professional sculptors aged 18 or older residing in NJ, PA, DE, NY, CT, MD, or VA.
Transport: Artists are responsible for shipping/transportation costs to and from Haddonfield, NJ.
Visibility & Sales: Selected works will be installed in prominent downtown locations, featured in HOST's multimedia publicity campaign, and included in HOST's popular walking tours. Sales during the exhibition period are actively encouraged; HOST retains a 30% commission on any works sold.
Selection: A jury of noted sculptors and curators will make the final selections.
Application Requirements
- Images: 1 to 3 high-resolution images per artwork submission (including at least one full-view shot and optional detail shots)
- Artwork Details: Title, medium/materials, exact dimensions (Height x Width x Depth), total weight, year completed, and retail sale price (or insurance value)
- Installation Specifications: Detailed description of mounting/anchoring requirements, base/pedestal needs (e.g., concrete pad size, bolt patterns), and any special equipment needed for placement
- Durability & Safety Statement: Brief confirmation that the artwork is fully weather-resistant, structurally sound, and safe for high-traffic, outdoor public interaction
- Artist Resume / CV: Current resume highlighting professional background and public art/exhibition history
- Transport & Insurance Acknowledgment: Statement confirming the artist is responsible for all shipping/transportation to and from Haddonfield, NJ, and maintains property/damage insurance on the artwork at all times (HOST provides general public liability coverage on-site)
Important Dates
- Open Date: September 18, 2026
- Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST, Nov. 20, 2026
- Jury Start: November 23, 2026
- Jury End: December 17, 2026
